Austin Allred runs Royal Family Farms in Washington State, a 20,000 acre operation and home to the largest worm farm in the world. His 7.5 acre bio-filtration worm system processes nearly 400,000 gallons of wastewater every day, recycling into clean irrigation water. and producing valuable worm castings that go straight back into their soils. Royal dairy produces 90,000 gallons of milk and 70,000 pounds of meat every single day. They grow hundreds of thousands of tons of apples, peas, cherries, potatoes, and corn every year. From leaf to beef, Austin and his family have built a closed-loop system designed not just to feed people, but to regenerate the land.In this episode, we dig into how Austin is blending vision with execution, pioneering worm power treatment, designing zero waste dairy systems, applying technology for radical transparency, and leading people through cultural change. His story is about turning biology into an operating system and showing how the future of food will be built by not only visionaries, but by operators who can make it work day to day. This is not just about farming. This is the future of food production and bringing the world back into balance.
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Ep. #6 Hops, Beer & Cannabis Pioneer - Kevin Smith
Kevin "Smitty" Smith co-founded Bale Breaker, one of the largest independent craft breweries in North America—and the only commercial brewery in the world located in the middle of his family’s hop farm, Loftus Ranches. A true product innovator, Kevin works at the intersection of farming, brewing, cannabis, and product development.Rooted in his farming heritage, his ventures span from soil to sip, including co-founding Sun Gaze, a cannabis-infused seltzer.In this episode, we dive into the evolution of hop farming, the future of craft beer, and the rise of the cannabis beverage sector. We also explore how the Yakima Valley is becoming one of America’s most dynamic hubs for agricultural innovation.Whether you’re into beer, farming, cannabis, or just love a great story at the cutting edge of agriculture, this episode is for you.Learn more about:Bale BreakerSun GazePainted RoosterThis Episode is brought to you by BX
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Ep. #5 Rockstar Farmer - Cody Beebe
Cody Beebe is a multifaceted individual who has transitioned from a career in music to founding a video marketing company to becoming a regenerative farmer. The conversation explores Cody's unique journey, the challenges faced by independent musicians, the impact of AI in the music industry, and the importance of storytelling in connecting farmers with consumers. His journey weaves together music, land, content, entrepreneurship, health, and identity. He has become a passionate advocate for storytelling that honors the land and the people who live from it - bringing a rare perspective that blends cultural creativity with agricultural integrity. Check out his music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5lsqZVW9pPi4pTMKD2LTk4?si=l7Ud_4LuS6-KV1wGvp8FwADigital Vendetta: https://www.digitalvendetta.com/Beebe Farm Company:https://www.beebefarmcompany.com/About our Sponsor:https://bx.tech/
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Ep. #4 UK Wine Expert - Ed Mansel Lewis
Recognized as one of the most influential figures in UK wine, Ed Mansel Lewis leads the viticulture team at Knight Frank. With a rare blend of expertise across finance, wine, land, and farming, Ed advises on some of the UK’s most dynamic vineyard ventures. In this episode, we explore the economics behind vineyards, emerging terroir trends, the role of regenerative agriculture, and how climate, culture, and capital are collectively redrawing the map of UK viticulture.Learn more about Knight Frank here: https://www.knightfrank.com/Learn more about our sponsor here: https://bx.tech/
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Ep. #3 Global Cherry King - Matt Hancock
Known across the industry as the Cherry King, Matt Hancock founded and led Norton Folgate, one of the UK's most influential produce businesses. From cherries to citrus, grapes to rhubarb, Matt spent decades mastering the brutal beauty of the fresh supply chain - where taste, timing, and trust is everything. Matt continues to advise the next generation of operators, helping them understand what it really takes to get fresh produce from farm to shelf. In this episode we dive into cherries, fruit, technology, AI, the hidden challenges of the supply chain, the super market squeeze, and the future of the produce aisle. Learn more about Norton Folgate:https://theorchardfruitcompany.com/norton-folgate/Learn more about our sponsor:https://bx.tech/
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