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It was an honor to once again host a Homesteaders of America event at Polyface farms! Save the date for next year—May 22-23, 2026! Homesteadersofamerica.com
Joel Salatin is back to share why he’s taking a bold stand against federal overreach—and what really happens when the government comes knocking. From eye-opening bird flu extermination tactics to a surprising call from RFK Jr., Joel breaks down the growing pressure on small farms, who’s profiting, and the natural solutions being ignored. He also challenges the myth of total self-sufficiency and makes a compelling case for building strong, local community ties. Whether you're in the thick of farming or just passionate about food freedom, this conversation will inspire you to think differently—and take action right where you are! In this episode, we cover: Why Joel is taking a hard stand against federal overreach on his farm The shocking methods used in bird flu extermination How a sheriff’s bold promise gave Joel the confidence to push back The surprising call Joel got from RFK Jr. and how it sparked national momentum Why small farms are getting squeezed out—and who’s profiting most Natural, non-vaccine treatments for bird flu that no one wants to talk about The real reason some hatcheries are canceling your meat bird orders Why building your “farm team” might matter more than being self-sufficient Practical ways to serve your community now—so they’ll show up when it counts What really happens when the government shows up without a warrant Thank you to our sponsors! McMurrayHatchery.com | A wide selection of poultry breeds and supplies to assist you with raising your flock http://McMurrayHatchery.com Nutrimill.com | High-quality small kitchen appliance products that function well, are easy to use, and promote healthy eating http://Nutrimill.com ABOUT JOEL Joel Salatin calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson. Those who don’t like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate. With 12 published books and a thriving multi-generational family farm, he draws on a lifetime of food, farming, and fantasy to entertain and inspire audiences around the world. He’s as comfortable moving cows in a pasture as addressing CEOs at a Wall Street business conference. He co-owns, with his family, Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia. Featured in the New York Times bestseller Omnivore’s Dilemma and award-winning documentary Food Inc., the farm services more than 5,000 families, 50 restaurants, 10 retail outlets, and a farmers’ market with salad bar beef, pigaerator pork, pastured poultry, and forestry products. When he’s not on the road speaking, he’s at home on the farm, keeping the callouses on his hands and dirt under his fingernails, mentoring young people, inspiring visitors, and promoting local, regenerative food and farming systems. Salatin is the editor of The Stockman Grass Farmer, granddaddy catalyst for the grass farming movement. He writes the Pitchfork Pulpit column for Mother Earth News, as well as numerous guest articles for ACRES USA and other publications. A frequent guest on radio programs and podcasts targeting preppers, homesteaders, and foodies, Salatin’s practical, can-do solutions tied to passionate soliloquies for sustainability offer everyone food for thought and plans for action. RESOURCES MENTIONED Watch The Lunatic Farmer by Angel Studios: https://www.angel.com/movies/the-lunatic-farmer CONNECT Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm Website: https://polyfacefarms.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polyfacefarm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Polyfacefarm/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@farmlikealunatic Homesteaders of America Website: https://homesteadersofamerica.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homesteadersofamerica/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homesteadersofamerica YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/homesteadersofamerica Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/homesteadersusa/ GET MORE FROM THIS EPISODE View full show notes and transcript on the blog: https://homesteadersofamerica.com/e46-government-overreach-local-action-and-real-food-defense-joel-salatin-of-polyface-farms/ Listen to this podcast episode: https://pod.link/1516101147/episode/f1072dd4355bfe1312e8c812ad47da28
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