181 | This week we discover how PepsiCo is buying out tortilla-chip maker Siete Foods for $1.2 billion, the 500 Miles of Destruction left by Hurricane Helene and the impact on agriculture, and RIP to the Schwan’s guy.

• PepsiCo to buy tortilla-chip maker Siete Foods for $1.2 billion

• 500 Miles of Destruction: Hurricane Helene’s impact on ag across the southeast

• RIP Schwan's Guy: Mourning An American Frozen Food Icon

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Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

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180 | This week we discover the current state of America’s health and the Woo Woo Caucus that met last week in front of Senate to advocate for a healthier food system.

• American Health & Nutrition: A Second Opinion

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Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

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179 | This week we discover the passion one Super Bowl MVP and Football All-star has for chicken, how a Missouri farmers is suing Tyson for reducing chicken supply and boost prices and major trad wife news regarding Ballerina Farms and social media sensation Nara Smith,

• NFL star Von Miller cuts ribbon for his new poultry plant

• Nara Smith and Lucky Blue Bring Their Kids to Hannah Neeleman's Viral Ballerina Farm in Utah: 'The Best Day'

• Farmers sue Tyson, saying it sacrificed their farms to raise the price of chicken

This week we end the episode with an interview with Deputy Secretary Torres Small. Deputy Secretary Torres Small began as Deputy Secretary a little over a year ago and is the first Latina to hold the position. Before that, she served as Under Secretary for USDA Rural Development, where she helped improve access to high-speed broadband, provide affordable housing options, expand meat processing capacity, grow local and regional food systems, and more in rural communities.

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Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

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TOUPS & CO: 100% natural tallow based skincare & makeup Code “DISCOVER”

WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

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DISCOVER MORE | This week we discover more with Hailey Kinsel. Hailey is a four-time World Barrel Racing Champion. Hailey shares her incredible story of her mom and dad supporting her throughout her childhood and into adulthood with her dream of barrel racing and her beautiful relationship with her famous horse “Sister”.

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Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

COZY EARTH: Luxury bedding, bath, and apparel. Listeners can get up to 40% off using the code “DISCOVER”.

PERFORMANCE BEEF: Cattle management software that’s easy to use and allows you to simplify feeding, performance and health data recording.

TURTLEBOX: The loudest, most durable outdoor speaker on the market Code “DISCOVER”

ARMRA COLOSTRUM: Our favorite supplement Code “DISCOVER”

MANUKORA HONEY: Honey with Superpowers Code “DISCOVER”

TOUPS & CO: 100% natural tallow based skincare & makeup Code “DISCOVER”

WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

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178 | This week we discover how a famous supermodel turned headlines this week as she rode a horse through the Meatpacking District of NYC, What Beyoncé’s Snub at the CMAs Says About Country Music’s Dangerous Hierarchy and the surprising cause of UTI’s that may be in our fridge.

• Bella Hadid (Unofficially) Closes New York Fashion Week With a Little Horse Show in the Meatpacking District
• CMA Awards: Beyoncé Snubbed; Morgan Wallen, Post Malone Earn Multiple Nominations
• UTIs are rising fast—and the cause could be in your refrigerator

Listen to our interview with Dr. Dave Sjeklocha, DVM on “Antibiotic use and the mRNA vaccine in beef with Merck Animal Health” here

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Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

COZY EARTH: Luxury bedding, bath, and apparel. Listeners can get up to 40% off using the code “DISCOVER”.

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ARMRA COLOSTRUM: Our favorite supplement Code “DISCOVER”

MANUKORA HONEY: Honey with Superpowers Code “DISCOVER”

TOUPS & CO: 100% natural tallow based skincare & makeup Code “DISCOVER”

WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

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Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

177 | This week we discover the media fueled Starbucks controversy that is not over coffee, but private jets, how one dietician who is fighting back against the mounting war” on “ultra processed foods” and microwaves, plastics and BPA oh my.

• So Starbucks’ CEO commutes to work by private jet? Let’s not pretend the super-rich care about the planet
• Why One Dietitian is Speaking Up for ‘Ultra-Processed’ Foods
• Why You Shouldn’t Microwave Your Food in Plastic Containers, According to Toxicologists and an Epidemiologist

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Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

COZY EARTH: Luxury bedding, bath, and apparel. Listeners can get up to 40% off using the code “DISCOVER”.

PERFORMANCE BEEF: Cattle management software that’s easy to use and allows you to simplify feeding, performance and health data recording.

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ARMRA COLOSTRUM: Our favorite supplement Code “DISCOVER”

MANUKORA HONEY: Honey with Superpowers Code “DISCOVER”

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WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

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Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

176 | This week we discover how the state of Florida is in a lawsuit over cultivated meat, how fan favorite tv show Yellowstone is headed to Vegas, and a famous beer brand is highlighting agriculture in a very unique and exciting fashion.

• Florida sued over cultivated meat law
• Wynn Las Vegas To Bring Texas To The Strip With Four Sixes Ranch Steakhouse Pop-Up
• Anheuser-Busch Ignites Electrifying Partnership With Nitro Circus & Nitrocross

We also end this episode with an interview with Kendal Quandahl, who is a Precision Segment Lead for North America at Case IH . We recorded this episode LIVE from the Case IH booth at Farm Progress in Boone, Iowa. Kendal shared all about precision technology at Case IH. You can learn more here

ICYMI we launched our Discover Ag MERCH!! We have two collections - our “Core Collection” with our more traditional logos and our “Club Discover Collection” with our more fun - limited time offer - designs. Shop them all here.

Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

COZY EARTH: Luxury bedding, bath, and apparel. Listeners can get up to 40% off using the code “DISCOVER”.

PERFORMANCE BEEF: Cattle management software that’s easy to use and allows you to simplify feeding, performance and health data recording.

TURTLEBOX: The loudest, most durable outdoor speaker on the market Code “DISCOVER”

ARMRA COLOSTRUM: Our favorite supplement Code “DISCOVER”

MANUKORA HONEY: Honey with Superpowers Code “DISCOVER”

TOUPS & CO: 100% natural tallow based skincare & makeup Code “DISCOVER”

WILDGRAIN: Artisan breads, pasta & pastries directly to your door Code “DISCOVER”

WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

ENCHANTMENT VINEYARDS Family-owned winery & the only ingredient in their wine is grapes. No additives. Code “DISCOVER20”

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DISCOVER MORE This week we discover more with Kay Didier aka Granny Bibbins. Don’t forget to check our Granny’s favorite coffee here. And order some Didier Ranch Beef here.

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Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

COZY EARTH: Luxury bedding, bath, and apparel. Listeners can get up to 40% off using the code “DISCOVER”.

PERFORMANCE BEEF: Cattle management software that’s easy to use and allows you to simplify feeding, performance and health data recording.

TURTLEBOX: The loudest, most durable outdoor speaker on the market Code “DISCOVER”

ARMRA COLOSTRUM: Our favorite supplement Code “DISCOVER”

MANUKORA HONEY: Honey with Superpowers Code “DISCOVER”

TOUPS & CO: 100% natural tallow based skincare & makeup Code “DISCOVER”

WILDGRAIN: Artisan breads, pasta & pastries directly to your door Code “DISCOVER”

WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

ENCHANTMENT VINEYARDS Family-owned winery & the only ingredient in their wine is grapes. No additives. Code “DISCOVER20”

Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

175 | This week we discover how court battle continues after a new rule mandates only cage-free eggs can be sold in Arizona, Jeremy Clarkson launched a new project to aid British farmers, and Robert F Kennedy Jr's war against the USDA, FDA and processed foods.

• Court battle continues after rule made that only cage-free eggs can be sold in Arizona
• Jeremy Clarkson inundated with praise as he launches new project to help British farmers
• LIVE: RFK Jr. suspends his presidential bid

We also end this episode with an interview with Leo Bose, who is a Harvesting, Livestock and Sprayer Segment Lead at Case IH . We recorded this episode LIVE from the Case IH booth at Farm Progress in Boone, Iowa. Leo shared all about how it is the Year of the Combine at Case IH. You can learn more here

Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

PERFORMANCE BEEF: Cattle management software that’s easy to use and allows you to simplify feeding, performance and health data recording.

TURTLEBOX: The loudest, most durable outdoor speaker on the market Code “DISCOVER”

ARMRA COLOSTRUM: Our favorite supplement Code “DISCOVER”

MANUKORA HONEY: Honey with Superpowers Code “DISCOVER”

TOUPS & CO: 100% natural tallow based skincare & makeup Code “DISCOVER”

WILDGRAIN: Artisan breads, pasta & pastries directly to your door Code “DISCOVER”

WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

ENCHANTMENT VINEYARDS Family-owned winery & the only ingredient in their wine is grapes. No additives. Code “DISCOVER20”

Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

174 | This week we discover a new public service announcement that has consumers in an uproar regarding artificial dyes, what country stars really think about Post Malone going country, and the politics around Harris’s Plans to Ban Grocery ‘Price Gouging.

• Warning: The New Cover-Up Names for Artificial Food Dyes
• What Country Stars Really Think About Post Malone
• Harris Plans to Ban Grocery ‘Price Gouging.’ What Does the Evidence Say?

ICYMI we launched our Discover Ag MERCH!! We have two collections - our “Core Collection” with our more traditional logos and our “Club Discover Collection” with our more fun - limited time offer - designs. Shop them all here.

Welcome to “Discover Ag” where agriculture meets pop culture. Hosted by a western tastemaker & millennial cattle rancher @‌NatalieKovarik and a sought after dairy sustainability speaker & millennial dairy farmer @‌TaraVanderDussen - Discover is your go to podcast for food news. Every Thursday your hosts dish up their entertaining and informative thoughts to keep you in the know & help you “discover” what’s new in the world of food.

Connect on a more personal level with your hosts by JOINING “CLUB DISCOVER”. Our once weekly newsletter where Natalie & Tara share all their latest discoveries from what they are watching, eating, cooking, reading, buying, listening tom wearing and more. It’s the insider scoop on all the things your hosts are LOVING AND DISCOVERING!!!!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

PERFORMANCE BEEF: Cattle management software that’s easy to use and allows you to simplify feeding, performance and health data recording.

TURTLEBOX: The loudest, most durable outdoor speaker on the market Code “DISCOVER”

ARMRA COLOSTRUM: Our favorite supplement Code “DISCOVER”

MANUKORA HONEY: Honey with Superpowers Code “DISCOVER”

TOUPS & CO: 100% natural tallow based skincare & makeup Code “DISCOVER”

WILDGRAIN: Artisan breads, pasta & pastries directly to your door Code “DISCOVER”

WILD WEST KIDZ: Children’s book subscription dedicated to western lifestyle children's books. Code “DISCOVER”

ENCHANTMENT VINEYARDS Family-owned winery & the only ingredient in their wine is grapes. No additives. Code “DISCOVER20”

Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.