The Acres U.S.A. Podcast

Acres U.S.A.®
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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!

  1. 6D AGO

    Jordan Green: Using Pigs to Build Silvopasture Ep. 106

    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/

    1h 20m

  2. APR 27

    Water, Wealth, and the Future of Farming with Joy Van Wyngarden Ep. 105

    In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Joy Van Wyngarden, Iowa-based conservation advocate, content creator, and passionate voice in regenerative agriculture. Joy shares her journey from growing up on a South Central Iowa row-crop farm to working as a watershed coordinator focused on soil conservation and water quality. Together, they dive into some of the most pressing issues facing modern agriculture, including nitrate runoff, drinking water concerns, rising cancer rates, input costs, farmland prices, and the economic pressures farmers face today. Joy offers an honest, solutions-driven perspective on why regenerative agriculture and conservation practices matter—not just for farmers, but for everyone who depends on clean water and healthy food. The conversation also explores rural community challenges, generational farm transitions, land access for young farmers, and the future of agriculture in Iowa and beyond. This is a thoughtful discussion about the realities of farming, the need for better education and transparency, and the opportunities to build a more resilient agricultural system for the next generation. 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 American Regeneration Event Registration: https://events.acresusa.com/american-regeneration Joy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_joyofalltrades_/

    56 min

  3. APR 20

    Secrets to Effective Livestock Management: Insights from Bob Kinford Ep. 104

    Discover effective livestock management strategies from expert Bob Kinford. Learn how adaptive grazing can improve cattle health and reduce workload. In this episode of ‘The Acres U.S.A. Podcast’ host Taylor Henry interviews Bob Kinford, a seasoned livestock expert from Texas. They explore transformative strategies that can help ranchers achieve better results with less stress. In this episode, we will Kinford's insights on holistic grazing, stockmanship, and the importance of understanding animal behavior. 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 American Regeneration Event Registration: https://events.acresusa.com/american-regeneration Acres U.S.A. partnered Understanding Ag Adaptive Grazing Event: https://understandingag.acresusa.com/texas-register Bob Kinford’s Website: https://migratorygrazing.com/

    56 min

  4. APR 13

    Megan Neubauer: How to Maximize Farm Revenue with Pick-Your-Own Crops Ep. 103

    On this episode of ‘The Acres U.S.A. Podcast’, we have another throwback presentation from Eco-Ag 2024 featuring Megan Neubauer. Megan shares her and her dad Jack’s  journey from a traditional market garden CSA to a successful pick-your-own farm! Megan highlights crop planning, customer experience, and profitability strategies as well as other important topics. Learn how to optimize your farm for high volume, quality, and customer satisfaction. Acres USA is hosting a webinar with Megan this week: Thursday, April 16th. See link below for more details. Key topics: Crop planning for pick-your-own farms Maximizing profitability and volume Customer experience and farm design 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 American Regeneration Event Registration: https://events.acresusa.com/american-regeneration Megan’s Book: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/pick-your-own-farming Register for Megan's Webinar this week: https://partners.acresusa.com/megan-neubauer-webinar

    1h 8m

  5. APR 6

    Nigel Palmer: The Science of Fermented Plant Juices and Soil Health Ep. 102

    On this episode of ‘The Acres U.S.A. Podcast’, we have a throwback presentation from Eco-Ag 2024 featuring Nigel Palmer. Nigel explores the vital role of plant energy, minerals, and natural farming techniques in sustainable agriculture. Discover how plant systems, electrical properties, fermented plant juices, and natural remedies can transform your farming practices. 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 American Regeneration Event Registration: https://events.acresusa.com/american-regeneration Nigel’s Book: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/the-regenerative-growers-guide-to-garden-amendments?_pos=1&_sid=2a3e79584&_ss=r

    1h 25m

  6. MAR 30

    From NASCAR to Cattle: Taylor Moyer's Land Innovation Journey Ep. 101

    On this episode of ‘The Acres U.S.A. Podcast’, Host Taylor Henry sits down to chat with Taylor Moyer. Taylor shares his unique journey from NASCAR crew chief to innovative cattle producer. He discusses integrating land management, agritourism, and revenue diversification strategies, highlighting how landowners can leverage tools like Land Trust to enhance profitability and community engagement. 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 American Regeneration Event Registration: https://events.acresusa.com/american-regeneration March Book Sale: bookstore.acresusa.com Use Code: March Sale to get 20% off Non-Acres titles and 40% off Acres USA titles. Taylor Moyer’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgeviewlandandcattle/ Land Trust Website: https://landtrust.com/

    1h 23m

  7. MAR 23

    Mollie and Ryland Engelhart: American Regeneration & Sovereignty Ranch Story Ep.100

    On this episode of ‘The Acres U.S.A. Podcast’, Host Taylor Henry chats with Mollie and Ryland Engelhart of American Regeneration and Sovereignty Ranch. They discuss regenerative agriculture, soil health, and the upcoming Sovereignty Ranch event. They share insights on farming practices, policy challenges, and the cultural shift towards sustainable food systems. 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 American Regeneration Event Registration: https://events.acresusa.com/american-regeneration March Book Sale: bookstore.acresusa.com Use Code: March Sale to get 20% off Non-Acres titles and 40% off Acres USA titles. Mollie’s Book: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/collections/acres-u-s-a-published/products/debunked-by-nature Kiss the ground Documentary: https://kisstheground.com/about/common-ground-film/

    1h 9m

  8. MAR 16

    Julia Shanks: Mastering Farm Finances: Strategies for Profitability and Sustainability Ep.99

    On this episode of ‘The Acres U.S.A. Podcast’, Host Taylor Henry chats with Julia Shanks. Julia shares her journey from aviation to farm financial consulting, and discusses key strategies for farm business success. Topics include financial management, bookkeeping, debt, land issues, and mindset shifts for farmers aiming for profitability and sustainability. Key Topics Include:  Farm financial management and bookkeeping Strategies for managing farm debt and land costs Mindset shifts for farm profitability and sustainability 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 March Book Sale: bookstore.acresusa.com Use Code: March Sale to get 20% off Non-Acres titles and 40% off Acres USA titles. Julia’s Website: https://thefarmersoffice.com/ Julia’s Book: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/the-farmers-office?_pos=2&_sid=b5689d2f5&_ss=r

    1h 6m
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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!

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    Acres U.S.A.®
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
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