Produce in America is grown at unprecedented scale in human history. But how is it done. Who grows it, and how does it get to our tables? Should any changes be made to the system?

Corn and soybean prices are in the basement, and farmers are feeling it. Kent, Nicolas, and Riley dig into the current farm crisis, drawing parallels to the 1980s and Dust Bowl while keeping it real about what's ahead. But here's the thing—crises create opportunities.

Join Nicholas, Kent, and Riley for another Coffee Time Wednesday as they dive into the inevitability of lab-grown meat and its implications for agriculture. Starting with a philosophical hypothetical about improving lives, the conversation evolves into a fascinating discussion about how cellular agriculture could reshape farming, land use, and food production for a growing global population. This episode explores the intersection of technology, traditional agriculture, and the future of food security, all delivered with the Prairie Farm Podcast's signature blend of humor and practical insight. Whether you're a farmer, landowner, or just curious about agricultural innovation, this episode offers valuable perspectives on adapting to technological change in rural America.

Julie Stauch generously sat down with us at Smokey Row in Des Moines to discuss Iowa's water quality, our public schools, vouchers, rural poverty, and a lot more. It was a great conversation. Whether you agree with her or not, we hope you will enjoy our conversation. And let the record show, we really enjoyed our time with her. She was lovely.

Iowa’s water quality is a hot topic today, and it should be. Recently a panel of water quality experts sat down and gave a report on the water quality. Here’s a hint. It’s not good.

This is a a group of interviews of people who are fighting hard for conservation in their own way.