Agriculture
Southern belles, soil health, & sustainability: Episode 126
Fourth-generation Alabama farmer Wendy Yeager breaks down no-till farming, GMO realities, and the financial stress squeezing family farms. A must-listen for dietitians and agricultural organizations navigating food misinformation.
Read MoreThe heart of the wheat kernel: Episode 125
OSU wheat breeder Dr. Brett Carver confirms wheat is not GMO, gluten hasn’t changed in centuries, and the real cause of sensitivity may be FODMAPs – not gluten. Essential science for dietitians and agricultural organizations navigating wheat and gluten misinformation.
Read MoreThe art & science of farming citrus: Episode 124
Rich in vitamin C and flavonoids, many citrus varieties have earned their place on our breakfast tables, squeezed into our water (and cocktails), and in our favorite American recipes. There is both art and science in growing citrus that is in demand as part of our nutrition.
Read MoreBig bad agriculture: a transparent look at their science & safety
The biggest misconception about my work is that agriculture companies place pesticides or biotech products on the market without testing them for safety. The fact is that agriculture is one of the most strictly regulated and thoroughly investigated industries in the world. Agriculture companies must strictly follow local and international regulatory guidelines and conduct hundreds of safety studies before launching a product.
Read MoreA.I. in your food (cattle, not computers): Episode 122
Utah cattle producer Brady Blackett explains artificial insemination in cattle, why grass-fed beef isn’t nutritionally superior, how AI improves animal welfare and feed efficiency, and the surprising connection between cattle reproductive science and human fertility medicine.
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