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Discover Ag

Discover Ag

De: Tara Vander Dussen & Natalie Kovarik
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Discover Ag is a top-ranked podcast that deep dives the latest news in the world of food, agriculture, and Western culture with a pop culture twist. Enjoy insightful commentary and real-time breakdowns of the latest trending topics and hot headlines straight from a millennial dairy farmer and cattle rancher. Not a boring podcast for farmers, Discover Ag is your go-to news source on all things Americana - think RFK Jrs MAHA Movement, NFL's obsession with Uncrustables, or Yellowstone's Red Carpet Premier. Expect to be wildly entertained and informed as you go beyond the headlines to discover what's new in the world of food, agriculture, and Western culture.Created by Elevate Ag © 2023 Política y Gobierno
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  • Discover Wild Caught vs Farm Raised Salmon, SNAP Bans Soda & The Great American Farmers Market

    Discover Wild Caught vs Farm Raised Salmon, SNAP Bans Soda & The Great American Farmers Market
    Aug 14 2025
    Ep 223 | This week on Discover Ag, Natalie and Tara dig into the headlines shaping agriculture, policy, and culture — with their usual dose of snark and sincerity 🙂 First up: Tanner Smith from Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum" takes us to the peanut fields with his farmer dad in a heartwarming reel that's gone viral with 3 million views. The hosts dive into peanut production facts, from Georgia's dominance in the market to New Mexico's surprising top-10 status, plus why peanuts aren't actually nuts at all. Next, they tackle a fear-mongering salmon reel spreading misinformation about farm-raised versus wild-caught fish. Drawing from their recent YouTube interview with an Alaskan fisherwoman, Natalie and Tara separate fact from fiction on Atlantic salmon, color additives, and why frozen might be better than fresh. Then, a lighthearted dairy defense reel gets the spotlight as an influencer claps back at the "only species that drinks milk" argument with a perfectly snarky response about mango chili margaritas. The hosts discuss why dairy gets so much online hate and address misconceptions about artificial insemination and calf separation. And finally, the Great American Farmers Market on the National Mall draws both praise and controversy. While celebrating the showcase of farmers from across the nation, the hosts unpack the disappointing news that it replaced an existing seasonal USDA farmers market that was quietly cancelled. BUT WAIT — there's more! Stick around for a disco debrief on recent SNAP benefit restrictions targeting sugary drinks and junk food. With 14 states now approved to implement these changes starting January 2026, Natalie and Tara weigh the complex debate around government control versus public health initiatives. What We Discovered This Week 🤠 🪩 Viral peanut education with Love on the Spectrum's Tanner Smith 🪩 Salmon fear-mongering and the truth about farm-raised fish 🪩 Dairy defense and mango chili margarita comebacks 🪩 The Great American Farmers Market controversy 🪩 SNAP restrictions on sugary drinks across 14 states CHAPTERS: 05:33 Peanut Production Facts & Growing Regions 09:14 Love on the Spectrum Meets Agriculture 17:15 Salmon Fear-Mongering Reel Breakdown 19:01 Wild-Caught vs Farm-Raised Salmon Truth 28:06 Dairy Defense and Online Activism 32:57 Artificial Insemination Reality Check 39:19 SNAP Benefits Disco Debrief 43:47 Great American Farmers Market Recap 48:26 Farmers Market Controversy & Missing USDA Market 🪩 WELCOME TO DISCOVER AG A top-ranked podcast where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by @NatalieKovarik — western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher — and @TaraVanderDussen — sustainability expert & millennial dairy farmer. Every week, we dive into the top headlines in food, agriculture, and Western culture with a pop culture twist. 🪩 JOIN CLUB DISCOVER Want more Discover Ag? Become part of our exclusive Club Discover on Facebook! • Vote on the articles we cover • Connect with other Disco listeners • Discover behind-the-scenes content 🎉 Join the community: https://facebook.com/groups/clubdiscover 📲 CONNECT WITH US ONLINE • Website: https://discoverag.com/ • Podcast: https://pod.link/1615443750 • Instagram: https://instagram.com/discoveragpodcast • TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@discoveragpodcast 🤝PARTNERS AND SPONSORSHIPS MARY T FABER Bookkeeping Services for Rural Entrepreneurs OUR FARMS Code "DISCOVER" 10% ARMRA COLOSTRUM SUPPLEMENT Code "DISCOVER" 15% off (first order) SWEETWATER PILLOWS Code "DISCOVER" for a free tote TOUPS & CO Use link for 20% off FARM WIFE TALLOW Code "DISCOVER" 10% off TURTLEBOX OUTDOOR SPEAKERS Code "DISCOVER" free hat COZY EARTH Code "DISCOVER" 40% off SUNRISE FLOUR MILL Code "DISCOVER" 10% off DUCKWORTH Code "DISCOVER" 10% off Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
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  • Discover Government Grabs Farmland, Denver Hates Meat, NASCAR Goes Green?

    Discover Government Grabs Farmland, Denver Hates Meat, NASCAR Goes Green?
    Aug 8 2025
    Ep 222 | This week on Discover Ag, Natalie and Tara dig into the headlines shaping agriculture, policy, and culture — with their usual dose of snark and sincerity. First up: Denver’s $3M climate campaign telling residents to “eat less meat.” Is this just smart marketing or another example of tone-deaf city policy? The hosts unpack the contradictions between urban climate initiatives and the agricultural backbone of Colorado — and why voters might not be on board with this push. Then, a viral voicemail from a Cadillac buyer takes center stage. She’s got “an energetic allergy” to Texas leather and wants to know exactly where her Escalade’s interior was sourced from. Is it satire or a sign of how far removed consumers are from animal ag? The third discovery? A farm-to-skincare success story. Meet the Taylor sisters — fourth-gen plum farmers turning byproduct pits into luxury skincare with Le Prunier. From Neiman Marcus shelves to viral beauty status, this ag x luxury brand story has Tara ready to hit add to cart. And finally, a 175-year-old farm is being seized by local government under eminent domain for affordable housing. The hosts weigh legacy, policy, and the real danger of treating farmland as “fair game” for development. BUT WAIT — there’s more! Stick around for a bonus mini-interview with Iowa corn and soybean farmer Joe Roberts, recorded live at the Iowa Corn 350 NASCAR race. From fuel independence to sustainability to getting more farmers in the driver’s seat of national conversations, this conversation is fast-paced (literally) and full of insight. Check Out Iowa Corn 🌽: https://www.iowacorn.org/ What We Discovered This Week 🤠 🪩 Denver’s plant-based push and the backlash from ag 🪩 The Cadillac voicemail that broke the internet 🪩 Plums → Pit Oil → Luxury Skincare 🪩 Eminent Domain: A 175-year-old farm fights back 🪩 Corn-powered NASCAR + Ethanol Myths Debunked 🌾 WELCOME TO DISCOVER AG 🌾 A top-ranked podcast where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by @NatalieKovarik — western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher — and @TaraVanderDussen — sustainability expert & millennial dairy farmer. Every week, we dive into the top headlines in food, agriculture, and Western culture with a pop culture twist. 🌟 JOIN CLUB DISCOVER Want more Discover Ag? Become part of our exclusive Club Discover on Facebook! • Vote on the articles we cover • Connect with other Disco listeners • Discover behind-the-scenes content 🎉 Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/clubdiscover 📲 CONNECT WITH US ONLINE • Website: https://discoverag.com/ • Podcast: https://pod.link/1615443750 • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoveragpodcast • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@discoveragpodcast 🤝 PARTNERS AND SPONSORSHIPS 🌾 Our Farms – Food delivered Nationwide straight from Farmers → Code “DISCOVER” https://ourfarms.com 🎶 Turtlebox – Outdoor-ready Bluetooth speakers → Code “DISCOVER” for a free hat: https://turtleboxaudio.com 🪰 ClariFly® – Trusted fly control for dairy & beef operations → Learn more: https://centralflycontrol.com 📚 Mary T Faber – Bookkeeping Services for Rural Entrepreneurs → Mention “Discover Ag” when you reach out: https://marytfaber.com 🌾 FarmWife Tallow – Traditionally rendered tallow by 6 farm wives → Code “DISCOVER” for 10% off: https://www.farmwifetallow.com 🛏️ Cozy Earth – Luxury bedding & loungewear → Code “DISCOVER” for 40% off: https://cozyearth.com/discoverag 🌾 Sunrise Flour Mill – Organic, heritage grains → Code “DISCOVER” for 10% off: https://sunriseflourmill.com 💪 ARMRA Colostrum – Immune & vitality support → Code “DISCOVER” for 15% off: https://tryarmra.com/DISCOVER 💄 Toups & Co – Natural skincare & makeup → https://toupsandco.com/DISCOVERAG 🧥 Duckworth – Merino wool apparel from Montana → Code “DISCOVER” for 10% off: https://duckworthco.com 🛋️ Sweet Water Pillows – Leather pillows made in the USA → Code “DISCOVER” for free tote: https://sweetwaterpillows.com Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
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  • Discover Why Agritourism Is Under Fire, McBee Dynasty Madness, and Why Corn Might Be in Your Clothes

    Discover Why Agritourism Is Under Fire, McBee Dynasty Madness, and Why Corn Might Be in Your Clothes
    Jul 31 2025
    Ep 221 | This week on Discover Ag, Natalie and Tara are unpacking some of the biggest and quirkiest headlines in ag and pop culture. First up: Oregon farmers are in uproar over proposed rules that could restrict farm stands and agritourism events. From pumpkin patches to farm-to-table dinners, what’s really at stake and why a viral reel turned this policy fight into a full-on social media storm? Next, the Bravo-fueled drama of the McBee Dynasty. Is it Yellowstone meets Love Island or an honest look at modern farming? The hosts weigh in on what the show gets right, what it ramps up for ratings, and why Steven McBee might be agriculture’s most polarizing reality star. Then, a collab no one saw coming: Chili’s x Tecovas. Yep, handcrafted cowboy boots made from actual Chili’s booths. Are we living in a simulation or is this just the perfect storm of Western nostalgia and pop-culture marketing? Spoiler: Natalie might already have a pair on the way 👀 Plus: A quick Disco Debrief on Florida’s citrus industry hitting a 100-year production low and what that means for the future of U.S. oranges. And finally, fashion meets farming: How corn-based fibers could replace petroleum in your next workout set. From cornfields to couture, this innovation could change the game for sustainability and farmers’ bottom lines. What We Discovered This Week 🤠
 🪩 Oregon’s agritourism backlash and farm stand fight
 🪩 McBee Dynasty: Reality TV or Ag Representation?
 🪩 Chili’s + Tecovas = the weirdest (best?) collab of the year
 🪩 Florida citrus at historic lows
 🪩 Corn-based clothing: The future of sustainable fashion Iowa Corn: Creating opportunities for long-term Iowa Corn grower profitability 🌽 🌾 WELCOME TO DISCOVER AG 🌾 A top-ranked podcast where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by @NatalieKovarik — western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher — and @TaraVanderDussen — sustainability expert & millennial dairy farmer. Every week, we dive into the top headlines in food, agriculture, and Western culture with a pop culture twist. 🌟 JOIN CLUB DISCOVER Want more Discover Ag? Become part of our exclusive Club Discover on Facebook! • Vote on the articles we cover • Connect with other Disco listeners • Discover behind-the-scenes content 🎉 Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/clubdiscover 📲 CONNECT WITH US ONLINE • Website: https://discoverag.com/ • Podcast: https://pod.link/1615443750 • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoveragpodcast • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@discoveragpodcast 🤝 PARTNERS AND SPONSORSHIPS 🌾 Our Farms – Food delivered Nationwide straight from Farmers → Code “DISCOVER” https://ourfarms.com 🎶 Turtlebox – Outdoor-ready Bluetooth speakers → Code “DISCOVER” for a free hat: https://turtleboxaudio.com 🪰 ClariFly® – Trusted fly control for dairy & beef operations → Learn more: https://centralflycontrol.com 📚 Mary T Faber – Bookkeeping Services for Rural Entrepreneurs → Mention “Discover Ag” when you reach out: https://marytfaber.com 🌾 FarmWife Tallow – Traditionally rendered tallow by 6 farm wives → Code “DISCOVER” for 10% off: https://www.farmwifetallow.com 🛏️ Cozy Earth – Luxury bedding & loungewear → Code “DISCOVER” for 40% off: https://cozyearth.com/discoverag 🌾 Sunrise Flour Mill – Organic, heritage grains → Code “DISCOVER” for 10% off: https://sunriseflourmill.com 💪 ARMRA Colostrum – Immune & vitality support → Code “DISCOVER” for 15% off: https://tryarmra.com/DISCOVER 💄 Toups & Co – Natural skincare & makeup → https://toupsandco.com/DISCOVERAG 🧥 Duckworth – Merino wool apparel from Montana → Code “DISCOVER” for 10% off: https://duckworthco.com 🛋️ Sweet Water Pillows – Leather pillows made in the USA → Code “DISCOVER” for free tote: https://sweetwaterpillows.com Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
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