105. Environmental Impact of Our Food Choices with Cory Davis
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Straight Talk About Agricultural Practices Today
Join me and my guest, Cory Davis, a professional agrologist as we explore the intricate relationship between agriculture and it’s concerning effects on the environment, wildlife and our health.
Listen in to learn how we as a society can address the challenges of balancing agricultural demands with environmental conservation and reflect on the broader implications of our dietary choices, considering the interconnectedness of health, the environment, and social justice.
This comprehensive and honest conversation highlights how individual actions can contribute to the planet's health.
But what's most important is young people and families have the opportunity to become stewards of a more sustainable and humane future, through local advocacy and making informed consumer choices by starting with what's on our plates.
Today we discuss:
06:36 Cory’s Journey into Environmental Conservation
12:24 Insights on Agriculture and the Environment
16:27 The Extinction Crisis We Face
19:04 The Role of Public Policy
29:55 The Cattle Supply Chain
41:35 Local Advocacy and Consumer Choices
54:23 The Importance of Agricultural Diversity
Cory Davis
Cory is a life-long environmental and animal welfare advocate, and has contributed to developing and implementing related programs across a range of organizations. Cory's professional career in natural resource management focuses on natural hazard management, geomatics, and environmental stewardship.
He is co-author of Plant-Powered Protein and holds credentials in the social sciences, environmental planning, environmental science, business, and international management.
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CoryDavisPAg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corydavispag/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corydavispag/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cjadavis
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