Happy Cows with Roots So Deep's Dr. Janice Swanson

About this episode

Peter Byck interviews Dr. Janice Swanson about the benefits of regenerative practices for animals and communities.

We already know regenerative practices work all around the globe leading to healthier food, better farmer finances, stronger local communities, and a brighter future. But what about the animals? Are they better off? In this episode of The Peter Byck Show, Peter catches up with “Roots So Deep” science team member Dr. Janice Swanson. Dr. Swanson has provided scientific service to government, industry and scientific animal welfare advisory committees including: the United Egg Producers, McDonal...

People in this episode

Host: Peter Byck

Guest: Dr. Janice Swanson

Topics covered

• regenerative practices
• animal welfare
• sustainable agriculture
• food quality
• community health

Keywords

• regenerative agriculture
• animal welfare
• sustainable farming
• food systems
• local communities

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Roots So Deep, United Egg Producers, McDonald's

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