Environmental Stewardship: Part of the DNA of Farmers and Ranchers

Beltway Beef

Dr. Scott Barao, of Hedgeapple Farm in Maryland, discusses how environmental stewardship is part of the DNA of farmers and ranchers across the country. He takes great pride in implementing conservation practices on his farm and uses sound science to back his management decisions. Like many cattle producers across the U.S., despite his focus on conservation, Barao faces challenges as a result of overreaching government regulations. On the heels of EPA’s recent repeal of the Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR), Barao shares why it is critical to consider on-the-ground expertise when making regulatory decisions.