Episode 66
The Collapse & Comeback of American Family Dairies @ Jr Burdick | #Ep 66
April 21, 20251h 35m
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Show Notes
JR Burdick tells the story of how his family lost their dairy farm during the 1980s farm crisis—and how they eventually got back on the land. He shares what it was like growing up in the barn, watching his dad rebuild from nothing, and later taking over the operation himself. This episode dives into the realities of co-ops, milk pricing, and the shift from conventional to regenerative dairy.
Key Topics:
- How the 1980s farm crisis wiped out thousands of dairies
- The rise and fall of dairy co-ops in America
- First-hand stories from three generations of family farming
- Industrial agriculture vs. integrity in milk production
- Rebuilding through faith, grit, and regenerative values
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