# 386: Are We Doing Enough to Keep Young Producers in Agriculture?

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Podcast: [CattleUSA Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cattleusa-daily-7200592)
Published: 2026-08-05T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Young people aren't the problem. In fact, they're showing up every day with passion, work ethic, and a desire to build a future in agriculture. The real question is whether the industry is creating opportunities for them to stay. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren shares an honest conversation about the future of agriculture and what it will take to support the next generation of producers. From rising land costs and mentorship to gatekeeping, innovation, and building stronger agricultural communities, Lauren challenges listeners to think beyond recruitment and ask a more important question: Are we doing enough to keep young producers in the industry? Links: CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m ⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/ CattleUSA App IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cattleusa/id1673147759 CattleUSA App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgarmcbee.cusamobile&pcampaignid=web_share Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamedia Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/ Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9g CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/ Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/ Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Showboatmediaco The Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/ Key Takeaways: Young producers are passionate about agriculture, but passion alone cannot overcome financial barriers Mentorship and knowledge transfer are essential for preparing the next generation Agriculture must remain open…

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