Eye on the Issues Episode 035 is a captivating interview with AJ Richards, a remarkable Wyoming resident who is spearheading an incredible initiative. You may even recognize AJ from various social media platforms. In this episode, we delve deep into his inspirational journey and explore the birth of his brainchild, Feed the People By the People. Prepare to be touched by AJ's powerful message that strikes a chord with hearts all across America. He is on a mission to decentralize the food supply and revolutionize how we support our local farmers and ranchers. The current centralization of the American food supply has resulted in empty shelves during crises, glorifying "the big four" processors and the heartbreaking struggle of family farms and ranches. Shockingly, we have lost 40% of small-scale agricultural operations since 2000. AJ invites us to reconnect with our roots and truly comprehend where our food comes from. By taking matters into our own hands, we can forge a stronger bond with our local farmers and ranchers and, ultimately, ensure a sustainable future. Join us as we dive deep into this thought-provoking interview, allowing AJ's wisdom to guide us toward enhancing agribusiness in our great state. Discover the power of sourcing your own food and become an advocate for change. AJ sums it up perfectly: "If you know your farmer and rancher, you'll always have food!" Don't miss this eye-opening episode that will leave you inspired and ready to visit FeedThePeopleByThePeople.com.