Trent Loos Podcast

Trent Loos

As a 6th generation U.S. farmer Trent works daily at connecting food producers and consumers. Fellow Believer.

  1. Rural Route April 29, 2026 JC Cole the supply chain is going to collapse don't know when buy every day indications grow.

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    Rural Route April 29, 2026 JC Cole the supply chain is going to collapse don't know when buy every day indications grow.

    AMERICA’S SUPPLY CHAIN ON THE BRINK: HIDDEN THREATS YOU CAN’T IGNORE - On this intense episode of Rural Route, host Trent Loos is joined by JC Cole from New Jersey for a hard-hitting breakdown of the growing dangers facing America’s supply chain. JC unveils a powerful SWOT analysis identifying 13 looming “gray swan” events—serious threats that could trigger a nationwide collapse. From seismic activity along the New Madrid fault to rising concerns about solar EMP attacks, the conversation exposes just how fragile the system has become. The discussion dives deep into global instability, including fears of economic collapse, digital currency shifts, and escalating geopolitical tensions that could disrupt trade overnight. Trent and JC warn that years of ignored warnings may be creating dangerous complacency, even as risks intensify across the board. Turning to solutions, JC pushes for bold action—calling for localized food production and small-scale farming systems to protect communities, especially along the vulnerable East Coast. With reports of farm bankruptcies surging and fertilizer prices crushing producers, Trent highlights the growing pressure on American agriculture and the real threat of food shortages. The episode closes with a gripping look at gold and silver markets, questions surrounding U.S. reserves, and how global financial uncertainty ties directly into food security and survival. It’s a powerful wake-up call about the future of farming, national security, and the fight to keep America fed.

    48 min
  2. Rural Route April 28, 2026 Jay Truitt the financial issues facing farmers today are vast and growing. What does that mean for food in 2026?

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    Rural Route April 28, 2026 Jay Truitt the financial issues facing farmers today are vast and growing. What does that mean for food in 2026?

    STORMS, SURVEILLANCE, AND THE FIGHT FOR FARMER CONTROL - In this hard-hitting episode of Rural Route with Trent Loos, Trent Loos is joined by Jay Truitt, reporting from the road in Iowa, for a powerful breakdown of the forces shaping American agriculture right now. The conversation opens with intense weather extremes sweeping the Midwest—ranging from destructive supercell storms in Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas to soaked, stalled fields in Iowa—highlighting the growing unpredictability farmers are battling every day. As conditions tighten, policy fights are heating up. Trent and Jay dig into Iowa’s House File 2763 and the growing push for right to repair, a critical issue that could determine whether farmers truly control the equipment they’ve paid for. With tractors sitting idle due to wet fields and limited planting progress, the urgency for independence and efficiency has never been clearer. The discussion turns explosive as they tackle concerns over a $300 million no-bid USDA contract with Palantir. Questions about data tracking, government overreach, and farmer privacy take center stage, exposing a deep divide between the need for better data systems and the fear of losing control over personal and operational information. From Farm Bill delays to federal inefficiency, Trent and Jay pull back the curtain on a system many believe is failing rural America. They spotlight real-world consequences, including aggressive audits and fines against farmers, while also confronting the growing legal battles over glyphosate—balancing its benefits against mounting scrutiny. This episode delivers a no-nonsense look at weather chaos, government power, and the high-stakes fight for the future of agriculture. It’s a must-watch for anyone who cares about food security, farmer freedom, and the backbone of rural America.

    48 min
4.6
out of 5
80 Ratings

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As a 6th generation U.S. farmer Trent works daily at connecting food producers and consumers. Fellow Believer.

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