Episode Summary:
University of Pennsylvania adjunct professor and unexpected Instagram garden influencer Toni Farmer joins Dana DiPrima to break down what’s really going on in our food system. From skyrocketing food prices to climate-driven crop failures, the conversation digs deep into the fragile systems behind our meals—and the steps we can take to reclaim control, one garden (or grocery trip) at a time.
Whether you're a grower, a shopper, or just someone trying to feed your family on a budget, this episode offers grounded, urgent, and practical insight into the future of food.
What We Cover:
- Why food prices are rising—and it’s not just inflation
- How regenerative agriculture could help reverse climate and supply chain damage
- What the farm bill, immigration policy, and corporate consolidation have to do with your dinner plate
- Shrinkflation, food deserts, and why some cows get culled while others get saved
- What you can actually do to make a difference: from growing herbs to supporting local farms
Guest:
Toni Farmer is an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania with a self-designed degree in regenerative agriculture. She’s also a gardening educator and public voice for food access, soil health, and climate action—follow her work on Instagram @tonifarmersgarden
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