Hay, Water, and the War on Livestock: Hank Vogler Sounds Off
Trent and Hank look back at how haymaking has changed from their childhood to today, highlighting how child labor once played a vital role in building strong, capable young people while supporting farm families. They also dig into the ongoing struggles with immigrant labor, stressing the major investments employers make in their workers.
The conversation turns to the dangerous agenda of NGOs that want to eliminate livestock and replace them with wildlife—an experiment that leads to decaying landscapes. Vogler and Loos defend livestock’s proven role in improving soil health, preserving the environment, and sustaining rural communities.
This episode delivers a no-nonsense look at agriculture, labor, water rights, and the fight to protect America’s farming future.
