In the latest episode of Canary in a Cornfield, Adam interviews Professor and author Neil Hamilton from Drake University. They discuss Professor Hamilton's impactful career, which includes founding the Drake Agricultural Law Center and the Iowa Nature Summit, as well as chairing the Governor’s Food Policy Council from 2000 to 2007, and delve into Hamilton's trilogy of environmental books: The Land Remains, The River Knows, and Through Nature's Lens. Discussions include the evolution of agricultural law, the importance of community and advocacy in environmental policy, and the need ethical approaches to nature and food production. Hamilton also reflects on current issues in water quality, public health, and the significance of nurturing future generations of environmental advocates. The conversation reinforces the pivotal role law and community play in shaping sustainable agricultural and environmental policies.