Can Eating Animals Actually Save the Planet? with Abey Scaglione EP 55

In this episode of Dawn’s Dirt, I sit down with Abey from Ruckle Farm to dig into her new book, Radical Farm: Animals, Food, and Our Future. We get real about why well-sourced animal foods support human health, animal welfare, and the land, and how to bridge the “vegans vs. ranchers” divide with curiosity instead of name-calling. Abey shares her journey from teen vegetarian to animal farmer, the ethics behind “there is no deathless diet,” and practical homesteading know-how—from raw milk and cheese making to raising chickens, sheep, and cattle. We talk Victory Gardens, kids’ nutrition, the true cost of food, and rebuilding resilient local food systems. If you care about nutrient-dense meals, regenerative agriculture, and taking back your food sovereignty, this one’s for you.

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Episode Highlights: faith-farming-freedom, ethical meat, raw milk, regenerative agriculture, Ruckle Farm, Salt Spring Island, nutrient-dense eating, homesteading 101, Victory Gardens, kids’ real food, grocery labels vs. reality, farm-to-table sales

Takeaways:
There is no deathless diet—own your choices
Well-raised animal foods can benefit land, animals, and people
Start small: herbs, a microgarden, or six backyard hens
Victory Garden math still works for modern families
Labels mislead—know your farmer and ask questions
Budget by growing some food and prioritizing protein
Curiosity builds bridges; outrage burns them

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Links & Resources Mentioned
Abey’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abeyonthefarm/
Ruckel Farm Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/rucklefarm/
Ruckle Farm Website | https://rucklefarmsaltspringisland.com/
Abey’s TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@abeyonthefarm
Abey’s Book | https://www.radicalfarmbook.com/
Abey’s Substack | https://abeyonthefarm.substack.com/

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Want to turn your homestead into more than just a hobby? I’ve been there. As a former farmer, I built a profitable business from my land, selling out at local markets, preserving food through canning, and earning hundreds of thousands of dollars from what I grew and raised. Now, I help others do the same. Whether it’s garden coaching, raising animals, selling eggs, or turning your harvest into income through canning, I’ll show you practical ways to bring real value from your homestead. Let’s talk about your goals and how we can make your land work for you. Book a free call today using the link below, let’s get started!

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