The Business of Agriculture Podcast

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GLP-1 Drugs and New Dietary Guidelines: What They Mean for Agriculture

GLP-1 weight loss medications are transforming American diets—and agriculture must adapt. Damian Mason and ag consultant Todd Thurman explore how widespread adoption of these appetite-suppressing drugs, soon to be more accessible as pills, could reduce national calorie consumption by up to 25%. The shift away from sugar and alcohol, paired with new federal dietary guidelines favoring whole foods and plant-based proteins, signals a massive disruption in food production and consumer demand. What sectors win? Which ones lose? This episode breaks down the agricultural, economic, and societal implications of a thinner America.

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With a mix of monologue and guest episodes, this one puts the producer at the center. Damian has strong opinions and he’s not afraid to share them. You can agree or disagree, but he clearly knows his subject matter and audience well, and is always thought-provoking. His is a valuable perspective I try to keep top-of-mind.

– Geoff Bastow

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Damian travels all over the globe talking to audiences about trends in the business of food, fuel, and fiber. With his clever wit and down-to-earth delivery, he has turned these topics into an interesting (and sometimes controversial) podcast.

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