The Collapse & Comeback of American Family Dairies @ Jr Burdick | #Ep 66

JR Burdick tells the story of how his family lost their dairy farm during the 1980s farm crisis—and how they eventually got back on the land. He shares what it was like growing up in the barn, watching his dad rebuild from nothing, and later taking over the operation himself. This episode dives into the realities of co-ops, milk pricing, and the shift from conventional to regenerative dairy.Key Topics:How the 1980s farm crisis wiped out thousands of dairiesThe rise and fall of dairy co-ops in AmericaFirst-hand stories from three generations of family farmingIndustrial agriculture vs. integrity in milk productionRebuilding through faith, grit, and regenerative valuesNourishing Family Farms WebsiteNourishing Family Farms FacebookJr Burdick's X