Welcome to "The Acres U.S.A. Podcast," where we dive deep into the world of production-scale organic and regenerative farming. For over 50 years, Acres U.S.A.® has been the go-to resource for farmers, ranchers, and market gardeners, guiding them to grow food profitably and sustainably, all while honoring the rhythms of nature. Join our host, Taylor Henry, owner, and CEO, as he brings you weekly insights, interviews, and practical tips to cultivate a healthier, more resilient food system. Tune in and let's grow together!
Soil Fertility, Nutrient Balance & the Legacy of Dr. William Albrecht with Neal Kinsey Ep. 128
In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Neal Kinsey, author of Hands-On Agronomy and one of the most respected voices in soil fertility and the Albrecht approach to soil management.
Neal shares the story of how he became a student of Dr. William Albrecht and how Albrecht’s approach to soil testing and nutrient balance shaped his career. They discuss why pH alone can provide an incomplete picture of soil fertility, how calcium, magnesium, potassium and other nutrients interact, and why farmers should focus on measuring what their soils actually need rather than simply following standard fertilizer programs.
Neal also explains how farmers can prioritize fertility investments within an existing fertilizer budget, avoid slowly mining nutrients from their soils, and use soil testing to identify where inputs will have the greatest return. He shares decades of real-world examples, including dramatic improvements in crop yields and cases where farmers were able to reduce fertilizer expenses while maintaining or improving production.
Neal will also be returning to the 2026 Eco-Ag Conference in Iowa City for a full-day workshop on soil fertility and the Albrecht approach.
As Neal puts it: “You can't manage what you can't measure.”
Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:
Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/ (https://www.azurestandard.com/)
American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/ (https://farmland.org/)
Important Links from Today’s Episode:
Members site: https://members.acresusa.com (https://members.acresusa.com)
Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/ (https://eco-farming.com/)
Eco-Ag 2026 Tickets: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/ (https://www.conference.acresusa.com/)
Eco-Ag 2026 Exhibitor Information: https://conference.eco-ag.com/booth-selection-page-page (https://conference.eco-ag.com/booth-selection-page-page)
Hands on Agronomy: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/hands-on-agronomy (https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/hands-on-agronomy)
Kinsey Ag Website: https://kinseyag.com/ (https://kinseyag.com/)
28 Sept 2026
The Energy Challenge Facing Modern Agriculture with Brian Dougherty Ep. 127
In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor sits down with Brian Dougherty of Understanding Ag to discuss energy constraints, rising input costs, farm economics, and building more resilient agricultural systems.
Brian shares his experience developing a startup direct-to-consumer farm in Wisconsin while transitioning former cropland toward diverse forages, perennial systems, and livestock integration. The conversation then expands into the growing dependence of modern agriculture on fossil fuels and what rising fuel and fertilizer costs could mean for farmers.
Taylor and Brian discuss practical strategies for reducing input dependence, including improving nitrogen-use efficiency, reducing tillage, utilizing cover crops, integrating livestock, and conducting on-farm trials to better understand what soils can produce. They also explore global supply chains, local food systems, and why farmers should begin “stress testing” their operations for potential increases in fuel and fertilizer prices.
Brian also previews his upcoming sessions at the 2026 Eco-Ag Conference in Iowa City, where he will dive deeper into cover crops, agronomy, soil health, livestock integration, and strategies for building more economically and energetically resilient farms.
Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:
Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/ (https://www.azurestandard.com/)
American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/ (https://farmland.org/)
Important Links from Today’s Episode:
Members site: https://members.acresusa.com (https://members.acresusa.com)
Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/ (https://eco-farming.com/)
Eco-Ag 2026 Tickets: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/ (https://www.conference.acresusa.com/)
Eco-Ag 2026 Exhibitor Information: https://conference.eco-ag.com/booth-selection-page-page (https://conference.eco-ag.com/booth-selection-page-page)
Understanding Ag Website: https://understandingag.com/ (https://understandingag.com/)
Brian’s Course: https://understandingag.acresusa.com/soiltesting (https://understandingag.acresusa.com/soiltesting)
21 Sept 2026
Minerals, Genetics & Human Health with Dr. Richard Olree Ep. 126
In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Dr. Richard Olree, a chiropractic physician, longtime student of minerals and genetics, and author of Minerals for the Genetic Code. Dr. Olree shares the remarkable story of how a chance encounter with Gerald Fry led him into the Acres U.S.A. community and ultimately shaped decades of his work.
The conversation explores the connection between soil mineralization, livestock nutrition and human health, including the importance of minerals such as selenium, iodine, boron and magnesium. Dr. Olree discusses his work with hair tissue mineral analysis, what he looks for when evaluating mineral levels and heavy metals, and why he believes farmers should think beyond simply producing food to consider the mineral density and nutritional quality of what they grow.
Taylor and Dr. Olree also dive into his research and perspectives on COVID-19, genetics, selenium, the microbiome, environmental contaminants, and the relationship between mineral balance and human health. They discuss his work with dairy cattle, sea kelp and iodine, as well as how the principles of soil mineralization can be applied to the human body.
Dr. Olree will be returning to the Acres U.S.A. Eco-Ag Conference this year for a full-day workshop and general session, where he will expand on his approach to connecting soil health, mineral nutrition and human health.
Thank you to our Sponsors of Today’s Episode:
Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/ (https://www.azurestandard.com/)
American Farmland Trust: https://farmland.org/ (https://farmland.org/)
Important Links from Today’s Episode:
Members site: https://members.acresusa.com (https://members.acresusa.com)
Acres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/ (https://eco-farming.com/)
Eco-Ag 2026 Tickets: https://www.conference.acresusa.com/ (https://www.conference.acresusa.com/)
Eco-Ag 2026 Exhibitor Information: https://conference.eco-ag.com/booth-selection-page-page (https://conference.eco-ag.com/booth-selection-page-page)
Dr. Olree’s Website: https://hillmanhealthfood.com/ (https://hillmanhealthfood.com/)
Minerals for the Genetic Code: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/minerals-for-the-genetic-code (https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/minerals-for-the-genetic-code)
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