U.S. Agriculture at a Crossroads: Food, Fuel, and the Future of Farming

Is U.S. agriculture in crisis — or simply evolving? In this episode of Rooted & Restless, Marianne sits down with agricultural strategist David Parker to unpack the headlines surrounding U.S. agriculture. From falling commodity prices and global trade tensions to biofuels, land use, and emerging technology, this conversation connects farm-level realities to consumer impact.

What We Cover

• Why commodity crop farmers are under economic pressure
• The impact of tariffs and global competition on U.S. agriculture
• The realities behind the food vs. fuel biofuels debate
• The debate around biofuels and farmland for wind and solar development.
• How AI, precision agriculture, and automation are reshaping the future of farming

This episode provides a grounded, myth-busting look at the forces shaping the food system behind your plate.

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Ag leaders warn Congress of a potential widespread collapse in U.S. agriculture amid rising costs, trade challenges, and declining farm profitability. Read More

David Parker