The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 539. The Best Argument Against Veganism | Joel Salatin
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Apr 17, 2025 
In a captivating dialogue, renowned farmer Joel Salatin, co-owner of Polyface Farm and a leading voice in regenerative agriculture, shares his insights on the myths surrounding cows and climate change. He emphasizes the necessity of storytelling in business and how it can transform agriculture. Salatin discusses the joys of farming, the importance of routine for both animals and humans, and the revival of degraded lands through managed grazing. He also touches on the entrepreneurial journey of farmers, advocating for trust and sustainable practices in building customer relationships.
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Cattle Regenerate Soil and Capture Carbon
- Cattle grazing on pasture managed correctly regenerates soil and builds topsoil over rocky land.
- This process significantly increases organic matter that acts as a carbon sink, reducing atmospheric carbon levels.
Rotate Cattle for Optimal Pasture
- Rotate cattle daily using electric fencing to optimize grass growth and pasture health.
- Timing moves to catch grass at its optimum growth boosts biomass and pasture productivity by five times.
Plants Rapidly Sequester Carbon
- Increased atmospheric CO2 has caused significant greening, especially in semi-arid areas, contradicting climate doomsayers.
- Plants thrive with more CO2, rapidly sequestering carbon, a fact underestimated in climate models.
