Farm to Fork: The Innovators with David Maloni
Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators, the podcast where decades of industry expertise meet the future of the food supply chain. I'm David Maloni, your host, and with over 40 years in the food production, distribution, and operations sectors, I've seen the industry evolve. But now, it's time to push the boundaries of innovation further.
Every other week, join me as I sit down with pioneers from the past, the game-changers of today, and the visionaries shaping the future of our field. Together, we'll explore new ideas, technologies, and strategies that can revolutionize how we farm, produce, move, and serve food to the world.
I invite you, our listeners, to be a part of this journey. If you know someone or have a topic in mind that aligns with our mission, please reach out. Your input matters, and it could be the spark that ignites the next big breakthrough in the food supply chain.
For more insights and to connect with my consultancy, visit www.DatumFS.com. Thank you for tuning in. Together, let's drive innovation and transform the way we nourish our communities
Farm to Fork: The Innovators with David Maloni
Regenerative Agriculture and the Future of Sustainable Farming, with Austin Allred owner of Royal Family Farming
Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Austin, a multi-generational farmer and agritech leader from Royal Family Farming in Royal City, Washington. Austin and his family are leading the charge in sustainable cattle farming, producing beef that is better than carbon neutral. We’ll discuss the essential role of cattle in maintaining healthy soils, the benefits of crop rotation, blockchain technology for food transparency, and the future of family farming in the U.S. Let’s dive into the future of food production together!
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00:00 – Introduction to Farm to Fork: The Innovators with David Maloni
00:21 – Meet Austin: Multi-generational farmer and agritech innovator
01:51 – Austin shares how his family’s farming practices are carbon negative
02:18 – Role of cattle in maintaining soil health and ecosystem balance
03:54 – Austin’s journey from working in different states to expanding his family farm
04:22 – Overview of Royal Family Farming’s mission and variety of farming operations
06:05 – Discussing the challenges and misconceptions of family farming
08:43 – Introduction to regenerative agriculture and its importance
15:09 – Exploring the lifecycle of cattle and beef production at scale
23:25 – Why regenerative agriculture is critical for long-term sustainability
27:18 – How Royal Family Farming produces carbon-negative beef
30:00 – The worm farm and its role in sustainable farming practices
35:28 – Blockchain technology and its impact on food transparency
40:36 – The future of Royal Family Farming and the next generation of farmers
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