The Force of Nature Podcast
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<p>From the Soil Up is a podcast about performance in farming, food systems, business, and life. Hosted by Conan Moynihan, it explores what it really takes to build resilient, high-performing systems by getting the fundamentals right from soil health and farm profitability to leadership, mindset, and human health. No trends or dogma. Just honest conversations with farmers, scientists, advisors, and thinkers about what actually works. Because real performance isn’t built on shortcuts. It’s built from the soil up.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 7, 2026
Ep 63 - Ben Bayly on Building New Zealand's Culinary Identity
Chef Ben Bayly on building a New Zealand food identity, storytelling, provenance, and why our farmers and producers deserve better recognition. What does it actually take to put New Zealand on the map as a world-class food destination? In this episode, we sit down with chef and food advocate Ben Bayly of Ahi Restaurant, recently awarded a Michelin Star, to unpack why storytelling, not just quality, is the missing ingredient in how we market our food. Ben shares his journey from young chef to Michelin-starred restaurateur, and why he believes New Zealand's culinary identity has been undersold internationally. We dig into the parallels with the wine industry's rise to global prestige, why lamb and dairy are often invisible on the world stage despite exceptional quality, and how direct relationships between chefs, farmers, and producers can change that story. We also get into some topics you might not expect from a food conversation: wild game and pest species as an underused, biodynamic food resource, the regulatory hurdles stopping farmers from diversifying their income, and what it really takes to build a resilient, values-driven hospitality team. In this episode: Why New Zealand lacks a deep culinary "legacy" The power of provenance: connecting diners back to the farm and the farmer Wild harvesting, pest management, and sustainable food sourcing Lessons from the NZ wine industry's global branding success Farm diversification, agritourism, and new income streams for producers Building a restaurant culture around confidence, competence, character, and care Mentoring the next generation of chefs and hospitality talent Whether you're a farmer, chef, food producer, or just someone who cares about where your dinner comes from, this conversation offers a compelling case for why New Zealand's food story deserves to be told, and told well. Connect with Ben: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benbaylynz/?hl=en Ahi Restaurant: https://ahirestaurant.co.nz/
June 29, 2026
Ep 62 - Stacey Curcio: How Soil Health Shapes Human Wellness
Your health and the health of the land beneath your feet are inseparable. In this episode, Conan sits down with Stacey Curcio of Cultivating Wellness to explore the deep connection between soil health, regenerative agriculture, and human wellness and why it's time to break down the silos between agriculture and nutrition. Stacey shares how farming practices directly shape nutrient density and biodiversity in our food, why the soil microbiome matters as much for human health as it does for crop health, and how food culture and intergenerational cooking knowledge have been quietly lost and can be reclaimed. You'll learn why context matters more than rigid nutrition rules, how to build foundational habits for wellbeing, and why nature itself is one of the most powerful (and underused) tools for health. In this episode: Why land health and human health can't be separated Breaking down silos between agriculture, nutrition, and public health How soil microbiome quality affects food quality Farming practices, nutrient density, and biodiversity Food culture, trust, and navigating nutrition information overload Intergenerational knowledge and the lost art of food preparation Building foundational habits and collective responsibility for our food system https://www.cultivatingwellness.com.au/about
June 22, 2026
Ep 61 - David March: Unlocking the Value of Wearables in Farming
Are wearables worth the investment on your farm? David March breaks down the real ROI of wearable technology in agriculture covering infrastructure needs, animal health monitoring, virtual fencing, and how to know if the data is actually worth paying for. In this episode, David shares insights from his Kellogg research project on wearable tech adoption in dairy farming, including practical guidance for farmers weighing up cost vs. benefit before they invest. 🎧 What you'll learn: The true ROI of wearable technology in farming Infrastructure requirements for successful tech adoption Practical applications and benefits of wearables in agriculture How behavioural monitoring and virtual fencing are changing farm management Why diminishing returns matter when stacking ag-tech investments Key quotes: "Investment in animal health is fundamental." "Value depends on farm-specific information." "Cost reduction in wearables is inevitable." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Wearable Technology in Farming 01:41 Identifying Problems Before Investing in Technology 04:22 Infrastructure Investment vs. Wearable Technology 06:55 Understanding the Role of Wearables 09:35 The Importance of Data in Farming 12:25 Behavioral Monitoring and Virtual Fencing 14:44 Evaluating the Financial Impact of Wearables 17:21 Choosing the Right Wearable Technology 20:06 Labor Efficiency and Practical Constraints 26:46 Navigating Labor Challenges in Farming 28:48 The Impact of Technology on Staff Efficiency 30:00 Balancing Financial and Non-Financial Benefits 31:15 Understanding Mating and Technology's Role 34:39 Evaluating Wearables in Mating Results 36:59 Improving Mating Results Through Strategic Changes 40:29 Identifying Problems and Solutions in Farming 41:47 The Law of Diminishing Returns in Farming Investments 43:32 The Future of Wearable Technology in Agriculture 49:16 Personal Development and Leadership in Farming. https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-march-08b16038/ https://ruralleaders.co.nz/report/collars-costs-and-returns-assessing-the-value-of-cow-wearables-in-nz-pasture-systems/
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- What is The Force of Nature Podcast?
<p>From the Soil Up is a podcast about performance in farming, food systems, business, and life. Hosted by Conan Moynihan, it explores what it really takes to build resilient, high-performing systems by getting the fundamentals right from soil health and farm profitability to leadership, mindset, and human health. No trends or dogma. Just honest conversations with farmers, scientists, advisors, and thinkers about what actually works. Because real performance isn’t built on shortcuts. It’s built from the soil up.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
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This podcast is available on 6 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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