Working Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil Health Sound Money’s Role in Fixing America’s Broken Rural Economies (WCP 416)
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Mar 8, 2025 Joel Hollingsworth, a key advocate behind Smoke River Ranch and sound money, dives into the intersection of regenerative agriculture and monetary systems. He argues that revitalizing rural America isn't achievable solely through soil health; sound money is essential. The discussion covers the impact of financial trends, the challenges of monetary imperialism, and how cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin could stabilize rural economies. Hollingsworth advocates for sustainable practices and community involvement to ensure a thriving future for ranchers.
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Joel's Ultra-High-Density Grazing
- Joel Hollingsworth runs ultra-high-density grazing on a square mile with 450 cattle.
- He uses diverse genetics and selects for early breeding cows without medical intervention.
Soil Fertility Drives Civilizations
- History shows civilizations prosper when they invest in soil fertility and collapse when they deplete it.
- America’s soil degradation parallels economic troubles, starting with overtrapping beaver and the near-extermination of bison.
Triffin's Dilemma Explained
- Triffin's dilemma means being the world reserve currency grants privilege but forces trade deficits and inflation.
- This trade deficit erodes domestic production and leads to a consumerist culture in the U.S.
