Trent on the Loos March 9, 2026 James Doran from Brookhill Angus in Kentucky has USDA failures to discuss.

USDA POLICIES UNDER FIRE: FARMERS QUESTION WHO WASHINGTON REALLY SERVES - On this episode of Trent on the Loos, Trent Loos sits down with James Doran, owner of BrookHill Angus in Kentucky, for a powerful conversation about the growing concerns many farmers and ranchers have with federal oversight of agriculture. Doran shares firsthand insight into how policies from the U.S. Department of Agriculture can sometimes create more obstacles than solutions for the people who produce America’s food. Trent and James examine the widening disconnect between government agencies and the realities of life on the ranch. They discuss how regulatory decisions, bureaucratic pressure, and shifting policy priorities may not always reflect the needs of family farmers, cattle producers, and rural communities. The discussion raises serious questions about transparency, accountability, and whether current agricultural policy truly protects independent producers or puts them at greater risk. With straight talk from the front lines of American agriculture, this episode highlights the importance of protecting ranchers, strengthening the beef industry, and ensuring that those who grow the nation’s food have a voice in the decisions that affect their livelihoods.