Join host Jen Smiley on Wake Up and Read the Labels as she dives into the fascinating world of regenerative farming with the iconic Farmer Lee Jones. From discussing the alarming decline in soil health and nutrition to sharing how regeneratively grown vegetables can transform health, this episode is packed with insights and actionable takeaways. Farmer Lee Jones explains his family’s commitment to sustainable practices, the challenges they’ve faced, and their mission to redefine farming for the betterment of people and the planet.

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Key Takeaways:

Regenerative Farming Matters: Regenerative practices restore soil health, increasing nutrient density and reducing reliance on harmful chemicals.

Nutritional Decline: In just 100 years, vegetables have lost 50–80% of their nutrients due to industrial farming.

Sustainable Practices: Farmer Lee's two-thirds commitment to cover crops demonstrates the importance of soil health and biodiversity.

Healthy Soil, Healthy Plants: Strong plants grown in balanced soil naturally resist pests, reducing the need for harmful pesticides.

Taste the Difference: Vegetables grown at The Chef’s Garden boast flavor and nutrition levels up to 300% higher than USDA averages.

 

Farmer Lee Jones Links:

Website: https://www.farmerjonesfarm.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmerjonesfarm/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FarmerJonesFarm/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/farmerjonesfarm/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/thechefsgarden

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