The Acres U.S.A. Podcast

Welcome to “The Acres U.S.A. Podcast,” where we dive deep into the world of production-scale organic and regenerative farming. For over 50 years, Acres U.S.A.® has been the go-to resource for farmers, ranchers, and market gardeners, guiding them to grow food profitably and sustainably, all while honoring the rhythms of nature. Join our host, Taylor Henry, owner, and CEO, as he brings you weekly insights, interviews, and practical tips to cultivate a healthier, more resilient food system. Tune in and let’s grow together!

Latest Episodes:

Food Is Medicine: How Regenerative Farms Are Transforming Healthcare Ep. 114 Jul 06, 2026

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Can regenerative agriculture help solve America's healthcare crisis? In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Erin Martin Hollinsworth, founder and executive director of FreshRx Oklahoma, a nationally recognized Food Is Medicine program connecting healthcare providers, regenerative farmers and patients through produce prescriptions.

Erin shares how FreshRx has invested more than $1 million into local farms while helping patients reverse chronic diseases like Type 2 diabetes through nutrient-dense food and nutrition education. They discuss why soil health and human health are inseparable, how regenerative farmers can become a vital part of the healthcare system, and why supporting local producers could reduce healthcare costs while creating stronger rural economies.

The conversation also explores the future of Food Is Medicine policy, the role of regenerative livestock, the challenges of scaling these programs, and why restoring community, food and soil may be one of the most effective investments we can make.

If you're interested in regenerative agriculture, nutrition, healthcare reform, or building profitable markets for ecological farmers, this episode offers an inspiring look at a movement that's changing lives from the ground up.

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Erin’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/expertonaging

Jeff Poppen: The Barefoot Farmer on Biodynamics & Common Sense Agriculture Ep. 113. Jun 29, 2026

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What can modern farmers learn from the origins of biodynamic agriculture? In this presentation from the Eco-Ag Conference, Jeff Poppen—better known as the Barefoot Farmer—shares decades of hands-on farming experience while exploring the principles of Rudolf Steiner's agricultural teachings. From composting and livestock integration to soil biology, crop rotations, and farm self-sufficiency, Jeff explains how healthy soil creates healthy food. Blending practical wisdom, historical perspective, and plenty of humor, this conversation challenges conventional agriculture and offers timeless lessons for building resilient, regenerative farms that work in harmony with nature.

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Jeff’s Book: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/barefoot-biodynamics?_pos=1&_sid=e3bf87d71&_ss=r

Regenerative Gardening, Flower Farming & Building Soil with Briana Bosch Ep.112 Jun 22, 2026

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What happens when a former corporate professional, journalist, and ballet dancer trades boardrooms for flower fields? In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Briana Bosch, of Blossom and Branch Farm and author of The Regenerative Gardener’s Handbook.

Briana shares her journey from corporate America back to her family’s agricultural roots, building a successful flower farm while challenging conventional growing practices. The conversation explores regenerative gardening techniques, cover crops, soil health, water conservation, reducing farm inputs, and the realities of transitioning away from plastic-intensive production systems.

They also discuss the economics of small-scale farming, direct-to-consumer marketing, U-pick operations, social media education, and Briana’s efforts to bring regenerative practices to her family’s row-crop farm in Minnesota. Along the way, Briana offers practical insights for gardeners, homesteaders, and farmers looking to improve soil health, reduce costs, and create resilient agricultural systems.

Whether you're growing on a quarter-acre, managing hundreds of acres, or simply interested in the future of food and farming, this episode is packed with actionable lessons and inspiration.

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Blossom and Branch Farm Website: https://blossomandbranchfarm.com/

Invisible Stressors: EMFs, Livestock Health & the Future of Regenerative Farming with Dan Stachofsky Jun 15, 2026

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What if one of the biggest challenges facing livestock, crops and human health is something we can’t see?

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Dan Stachofsky of Essential Energy Solutions to explore the growing impact of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) on regenerative agriculture, livestock performance and overall farm health.

Dan shares the personal journey that led him into EMF research, how his family’s health struggles opened the door to bioenergetics, and why he believes modern electrical infrastructure—from cell towers and Wi-Fi to data centers and virtual fencing—may be creating unseen stress on animals, people and ecosystems.

The conversation covers fertility and reproduction in livestock, milk production, pasture performance, GPS collar technology, energy stewardship on the farm, and practical steps farmers can take to reduce electromagnetic stress in their homes and operations.

Whether you're skeptical, curious or already exploring the role of energy in biological systems, this discussion offers a thought-provoking look at a topic that is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Essential Energy Solutions Website: https://essentialenergy.solutions

Silvopasture Strategies with Austin Unruh Ep. 110 Jun 08, 2026

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In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, host Taylor Henry sits down with Austin Unruh, founder of Trees for Grazers and author of The Grazer’s Guide to Trees, to explore the real-world economics and management of silvopasture.

Austin shares the lessons learned from establishing thousands of trees on working livestock farms, including the tree protection methods that are delivering 90%+ survival rates. The conversation dives into shade as a profit driver, the forage benefits of well-designed silvopasture systems, and how species like honey locust, persimmon, and mulberry can provide valuable livestock feed throughout the year.

They also discuss:

The latest updates in the second edition of The Grazer’s Guide to Trees
Tree establishment strategies that minimize risk and maintenance
Research on livestock performance and heat-stress reduction
Feed-producing trees for cattle, pigs, and poultry
Silvopasture economics and return on investment
Lessons from projects with farms like White Oak Pastures
Funding opportunities and practical steps for getting started

Whether you're interested in improving animal performance, extending the grazing season, or building a more resilient farm for future generations, this episode offers a practical roadmap for integrating trees into your operation.

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Austin’s Website: https://treesforgraziers.com/

Get his new book here: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/the-graziers-guide-to-trees-how-to-integrate-silvopasture-for-resilience-and-profit?_pos=1&_sid=edda8ac1a&_ss=r

Regenerative Orcharding: Building Soil Health & Profit from the Ground Up with Chuck Schembre Ep. 109 Jun 01, 2026

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What does it take to transform an orchard from a high-input production system into a thriving, resilient ecosystem? In this presentation from the 2024 Acres U.S.A. Eco-Ag Conference, regenerative agriculture consultant and orchard specialist Chuck Schembre shares his practical approach to regenerative orcharding.Drawing from decades of experience in vineyards, orchards, and diversified farming systems, Chuck explores how soil biology, mycorrhizal fungi, plant diversity, livestock integration, and adaptive management can dramatically improve tree health, nutrient cycling, water infiltration, and profitability. Rather than focusing on inputs and prescriptions, he challenges growers to embrace observation, ecosystem function, and the power of photosynthesis to create healthier, more productive orchards.

Whether you're managing commercial fruit production, planting a homestead orchard, or simply interested in regenerative agriculture, this episode offers actionable insights into building living soils, reducing dependency on external inputs, and working with nature to grow stronger crops.

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Understanding Ag’s Website: https://understandingag.com/

From Farm Weird to Future Farming: Jason Mauck on Intercropping, Livestock Integration & Regenerative Innovation Ep. 108 May 25, 2026

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In this dynamic 2024 Eco-Ag presentation, Jason Mauck shares the evolution of his “Farm Weird” philosophy — blending intercropping, relay cropping, livestock integration, and creative systems thinking to build resilient, profitable farms. From 100-bushel wheat and soybeans grown together to autonomous grazing systems, golf-course-inspired farm design, and innovative direct-to-consumer meat marketing, Jason challenges conventional agriculture with practical experimentation and bold ideas. This conversation dives into polymath farming, plant adaptation, soil biology, carbon cycling, and how regenerative agriculture can reduce risk while increasing opportunity. Jason also opens up about personal loss, failure, entrepreneurship, and the mindset shifts that shaped his journey. Whether you’re a row crop farmer, grazier, marketer, or regenerative ag enthusiast, this episode will leave you inspired to rethink what’s possible on your farm.

We are hosting another “Farm Weird” event at Jason's farm in Indiana. The one-day event will take place on June 27th with a special VIP dinner the night before.

Find out more about the “Farm Weird” Event here: https://conference.eco-ag.com/farmweird

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Soil, Health & Freedom | A Conversation About Chemical Off-Ramps with RFK Jr. May 18, 2026

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Hosted during the American Regeneration Summit with Acres U.S.A. at Sovereignty Ranch, this unforgettable discussion with Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. explores the future of agriculture, the collapse of the chemical food system, the rise of regenerative farming, breakthrough technologies replacing toxic inputs, and the growing national movement to restore soil, health, and freedom.

From practical solutions that reduce chemical dependency to deeper reflections on stewardship, spirituality, and the role of the American farmer, this conversation highlights why regenerative agriculture has become one of the defining movements of our time.

Featuring Rick Clark, Mollie Engelhart, Taylor Henry, Clint Brauer, Frank Glatz, Pete Oberle, and more, this powerful panel examines how regeneration can strengthen rural communities, empower farmers, improve public health, and help shape a more resilient future for the next generation.

The True Cost of Industrial Agriculture | Chris Jones on Water, Soil & the Future of Farming Ep. 107 May 11, 2026

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In this episode of the podcast, Chris Jones—retired University of Iowa water quality researcher and author of The Swine Republic—dives into the environmental realities of modern agriculture in Iowa and across the Corn Belt. From nitrate-contaminated drinking water and stream erosion to ethanol policy, CAFOs, and the loss of diversified farming systems, Jones delivers a candid look at how industrial agriculture has reshaped rural landscapes, public health, and water quality. He also explores what regenerative, diversified agriculture could look like moving forward—and why meaningful change may require both policy reform and a complete rethinking of the current system. This is a recording from Eco-Ag 2024!

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Chris Jone’s Substack: https://riverraccoon.substack.com/

Jordan Green: Using Pigs to Build Silvopasture Ep. 106 May 04, 2026

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What if pigs weren’t a problem—but one of the most powerful tools for regeneration?

In this episode of ‘The Acres USA Podcast’, Jordan Green of J&L Green Farm shares a practical, no-nonsense approach to using pigs to transform degraded woods into thriving silvopastures. Drawing from over a decade of hands-on experience, Jordan breaks down how to work with a pig’s natural instincts—turning disturbance into a force for soil building, forage growth, and long-term farm profitability.

He challenges common “pastured pig” practices that fall short of true regeneration, and lays out a clear framework for what regenerative management actually looks like: intentional movement, rest, recovery, and measurable ecosystem improvement.

You’ll learn:

Why most outdoor pig systems fail to be regenerative—and how to fix it

How pigs can replace expensive machinery for clearing and soil prep

Step-by-step insights into converting forest into productive silvopasture

Real numbers on stocking rates, costs, and cash-flow strategies

Creative ways to monetize land during the transition (from firewood to specialty products)

How to stack enterprises—pigs, cattle, timber, and more—on the same acreage

Whether you’re raising livestock, managing land, or exploring regenerative agriculture, this episode offers a grounded, experience-driven roadmap to building resilient, profitable systems—without massive upfront capital.

Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:

Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/

American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Members site: https://members.acresusa.com

Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/

Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/

2025 Eco-Ag Recordings: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/recordings-2025

Jordan’s Website: https://jlgreenfarm.com/