As a former ultra-marathon runner, Bobby transitioned from long distance running to a life dedicated to improving our world’s ecosystem. In this episode of Meathead Hippie, Bobby talks about one key aspect to farming sustainably that not many people are aware of, and that is the concept of “regenerative agriculture.” Working with Savory Institute, whose mission is to teaching farmers and ranchers how to plan the grazing of their animals in a way that mimics their natural, migratory movements, Bobby emphasizes that, “The health of the planet depends on how we treat our grasslands.” Additionally, Bobby discusses the harmful attributes to industrial feedlots, organic standards with the food industry and how we, as consumers, can make daily conscious decisions in supporting our ecosystem.

Content Summary:

6:30 Bobby Gill Journey in Health

Trained as an ultramarathon runner for 5 years and learned that he is capable of “suffering really well”

“You’d be surprised what the human body is capable of if you have the mental fortitude to push through the pain.”

15:00 Fasting.. Is It For You?

Learning how to balance the social aspects while dieting and trusting yourself in the process

Figuring out whether or not fasting works for you by attuning yourself to your body’s needs

20:00 Sustainable Agriculture

Considering what really matters: How animals are actually managed on the land

Learning how grasslands have coevolved with grazing animals

Ted Talk: How to Fight Desertification and Reverse Climate Change by Allan Savory

28:00 “Organic Standards” Within the Food Industry

Comparing the reduced prices of organic foods due to industrialized farms calling themselves “organic”

“Sustainability is not enough. Sustaining is maintaining the status quo of the current system. The current system that we are in is very broken.”

31:00 Industrial Feedlots and Meat Production

A deeper look inside industrial feedlots and the harm they are causing the ecosystem

Discussing materials and clothing made from the fibers of livestock by-products, such as wool and leather

37:40 All About The Savory Institute

A non-profit organization that trains farmers and ranchers in regenerative livestock grazing created by Allan Savory, a firm believer in holistic management of agriculture

Teaching people to plan the grazing of their animals in a way that mimics their migratory movements

“The health of the planet depends on how we treat our grasslands.”

49:00 Fundraiser and How to Get Involved

Roam Ranch Event hosted by the founders of EPIC who have regenerated their beautiful landscape in Texas

Prizes, giveaways and donations to support regenerative agriculture

Quotes:

“We need to eat food that represents and gives back towards healthy ecosystems.”

“Sustainability is not enough. Sustaining is maintaining the status quo of the current system. The current system that we are in is very broken.”

“Sustainability is not good enough. We need to do better than that.”

“We need to not just maintain the landscapes, but regenerate them and bring them back to health.”

“As consumers, we have the potential to support regenerative agriculture.”

“Consumers should be able to tell if their food is regenerative.”

“The health of the planet depends on how we treat our grasslands.”

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