Disappearing farmland…disappearing farms. Join me for an eye-opening conversation with farmland transition and estate-planning expert Mike Downey, from Uncommon Farms, about the shocking land grabs, soaring costs, and government red tape quietly crushing America’s family farms. We uncover the truth behind Bill Gates’s farmland buyouts, the growing push for corporate control, and how YOU can stand up for our nation’s food supply.

With years of experience guiding farm families through the complexities of ownership and succession planning, Mike Downey offers insider insights on preserving farmland legacies in the face of mounting challenges. Don’t miss this deep dive into the threats facing American agriculture—and the steps we can all take to protect the future of our farms. #farmland #farmers #disappearingfarmland

00:00 – Introduction & Why Farming Matters

02:12 – Overview: Farming & Media Blind Spots

03:49 – Estate Taxes & Impact on Family Farms

07:10 – Land Grabs: Bill Gates, China & Corporate Buyers

10:45 – Inflation & Squeezed Profit Margins for Farmers

14:33 – Consolidation Dangers & Food Supply Concerns

18:21 – Consumer Disconnect & Family Farms’ Reality

22:40 – Water Rights, Resource Control & Urban Sprawl

26:00 – GMOs, Pesticides & Modern Crop Production

30:28 – The Rise of Farmer’s Markets & Direct-to-Consumer

34:44 – Can the U.S. Bring Canning & Processing Back Home?

38:03 – Technology, Tokenization & Decentralizing Agriculture

42:16 – Uncommon Farms: Mission & Succession Planning

47:08 – Supporting Family Farmers & Closing Thoughts

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