#22: The Lunatic Farmer: A Conversation with Joel Salatin
In my journey to combat diseases like cancer, I have delved into extensive research, read numerous books, and listened to countless podcasts since 2019—the year I was confronted with the devastating news of my child's cancer diagnosis.
My conclusions led me to believe in an intricate web of factors at play, but the prevailing thread tying everything together is undeniably food, and at its core, agriculture.
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Agriculture stands as the undeniable foundation of any society. Doubt this claim? I recommend diving into the compelling book "Collapse" by Jared Diamond. https://amzn.to/3QOcsUF
I'm inclined to assert that, "He who controls the food controls the world."
But when we explore the basics of food production, the complexities emerge—impacting health, community, economy, and our overarching theme of prosperity.
Joel Salatin is someone I deeply admire. As an author, entrepreneur, teacher, and thought leader, he brings hands-on knowledge to the multifaceted realm of food production.
Should our focus be on achieving ruthless efficiency to produce the most affordable food? Or should we pivot to a model where monetary gains aren't the main metric, and environmental betterment takes center stage?
For those attuned to global events, Sri Lanka's current crisis serves as a stark example. Despite its intricate history since gaining independence from Great Britain in 1948, the nation's recent bid to transition to full organic farming is noteworthy. They made a swift move to outlaw industrial agriculture and halted all fertilizer imports.
While I staunchly advocate for harmonizing practices with nature, it underscores why our conversation with Joel is paramount.
He provides a wealth of insights crucial to the establishment of a localized regenerative food system. Here is his book.
