Timothy Bowles

Timothy Bowles, an agroecology expert at UC Berkeley, and Michael Grunwald, a bestselling author on food systems, tackle pressing issues about feeding a growing population sustainably. They discuss the detrimental impacts of industrial farming on ecosystems and advocate for agroecology as a solution. Grunwald argues for maximizing current farmland efficiency, while Bowles highlights the social inequalities rooted in conventional agriculture. Their debate dives into innovative practices, policy critiques, and the urgent need for responsible agriculture to protect the planet.