Deadly Arctic Blast, U.S. Farm Crisis, and RFK Jr. Exposes Pesticide Dangers
Farmers and ranchers are battling subzero temperatures, high winds, and dangerous conditions that threaten livestock and disrupt daily operations. Damian and Trent shift to another catastrophic weather event that recently devastated the western United States, causing massive livestock losses and shaking the agriculture industry to its core.
The conversation takes a historical turn as they examine the soil health of America’s prairies before European settlement. They discuss how the untouched prairie soil was rich, thriving, and naturally fertile, compared to the degraded land seen in many areas today. This sparks a tough talk on rising U.S. land values, which are squeezing farmers and ranchers, making it harder for families to hold onto their operations.
Dairy numbers in the U.S. also come under scrutiny. Damian and Trent expose the concerning decline in dairy farms across the country, with small, family-owned dairies being pushed out by corporate giants. They call out the agriculture media for staying silent on these hard truths. What’s driving the loss of independent dairy farms? Why won’t the media report it?
The show closes with a bold segment on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) and his stance on pesticides. Trent and Damian unpack RFK Jr.’s controversial claims, exploring the harmful effects pesticides could have on human health and the environment. They challenge listeners to question what’s really being sprayed on their food and to push for more transparency in agricultural practices.
This must-watch episode of Across The Pond delivers raw truth and exposes the hidden struggles in modern agriculture. From deadly winter storms to pesticide dangers and the silencing of farmers, Trent Loos and Damian Buckley pull back the curtain on issues threatening rural America. Farmers, ranchers, and concerned citizens won’t want to miss this powerful discussion.
