Creating Conditions for Life with Tre Cates

What happened to Force of Nature's original chicken program—and why did we take it off the shelves? In this episode of Where Hope Grows, Taylor, Robby, and Katie break down the bold decision to pause our poultry program and the cross-country journey that followed. The result? A re-invented, radically improved, and welfare-focused solution we call A Better Bird. You'll hear what makes our new chicken different: Slow-growing, heritage breeds (never Cornish Cross) 100% organic feed—no synthetic chemicals, fillers, or byproducts Unrestricted access to pasture, clean environments, and silvopasture systems Third-party animal welfare certified and zero use of antibiotics or mRNA vaccines Why does it matter? Because conventional chicken isn't what it seems—fast-grown, nutrient-poor, and raised in confinement. Force of Nature's new program is built to nourish you, respect the animal, and heal the land. If you're going to eat chicken, eat the best chicken possible. Available now at Whole Foods Market, Sprouts and online at forceofnature.com/chicken

Tre' Cates is a seasoned entrepreneur and regenerative thought-leader hailing from the mighty state of Colorado. As Co-founder of nRhythm, Tre' has designed an organization focused on operating, nurturing, and resourcing other organizations, ecosystems, and communities of all kinds. Based in the framework of holistic living systems-based thinking, Tre' focuses on improving organizational outcomes while increasing efficiency, effectiveness and well-being of all stakeholders. This episode is a reminder to reclaim your sovereignty from an industrial world focused on extraction and replace it with a system in the architecture of nature. Guest: Tre' Cates This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

Birds are undisputable ecological indicators of overall land health and their presence helps us make a more comprehensive and better understanding of our environment. Join along as we dive into the complex and beautiful ways in which birds communicate and learn how we can train our ear to identify the most common bird species in North America. Through a fun and playful crash course on using simple mnemonics, this episode serves as a great foundation to tune into your immediate environment and enjoy the diverse life forms that fly between earth and the cosmos. Sure to leave you both inspired and in awe of Nature's flying creations, this introduction to bird song will surely enrich your time outdoors. Guest: Jared Holmes This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

On this week's episode we are graced with a visit from our friend Chris Jones, a project manager and visionary at Symbiosis; a premier regenerative agriculture consulting firm that has positively impacted thousands of acres of previously degraded earth. Join us as we hear about Chris' inspirational journey in forming a deeper relationship with Mother Nature. His persistent inquiry into the nature of reality unfolds into a deep reverence for the beauty of nature and the importance of maintaining it. This episode will leave you inspired and in awe of a complex solution to reclaiming the legacy of our health. Guest: Chris Jones This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

Are you a sower of hope, light, and abundance? If so, this episode is sure to fill your bucket. On this week's podcast we have the privilege of downloading profound and infinite wisdom indigenous wisdom from a teacher named Reginaldo. Originally a native Guatemalan, Regi spent the early years of his life implementing indigenous wisdom on his family's small subsistence farm located in a mountainous tropical rainforest. Blessed with traditional knowledge, Regi has triumphed in the face of adversity throughout his life and despite war, poverty, and despair, Reginaldo has followed a path of devotion to earth, human nourishment, and possibility. Reginaldo now devotes the majority of his energy towards radically rethinking regenerative poultry production through an indigenous lens. Guest: Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

Have you ever noticed that the manifestations of mineral deficiencies on landscapes mirror the signs and symptoms of deficiencies on the human body? Have you heard that as minerals are becoming less bioavailable in living soil, we are inheriting a food product that transfers less of these life affirming nutrients to our body? On today's episode of Where Hope Grows we talk about the interconnectedness of over 90 trace elements that should be nourishing our land yet have been extracted and depleted via industrial agriculture. Explore how minerals are lost from natural systems, where they go, and how to heal our living systems with the power of sea based agricultural solutions.  This episode will leave you inspired and in awe of a complex solution to reclaiming the legacy of our health. Guest: Michael Sileck This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

From the mainstage of our second annual "What Good Shall I Do" conference, Judy Schwartz guides us through a decade of global travel as she seeks to understand how the intricate relationship between humans and animals have the capacity to create unbounded positive change. From the high desert of Chihuahua Mexico to the frozen tundra of Norway, Judy threads a needle through the fabric of nature that illustrates how our relationship with nature must include the intentional integration of both domesticated and wild species of animals. This talk radiates hope through first hand experience in some of the world's most challenging ecosystems. Enjoy. Guest: Judith Schwartz This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

Our first solo cast delves into the subtle energy of paramagnetism and its profound impacts on ecosystem health. Told through the lens of ancient wisdom, this episode explores the emerging understanding of how we can design closed loop agricultural systems that resonate with both the Schumann resonance and other cosmic energies to create abundance. Interwoven with practical applications and first hand experiences, we hope to shine light on the larger scale adaptation and experimentation of of paramagnetism, towers, and ancient agricultural wisdom. This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

In this episode of Where Hope Grows we speak with Chris Kerston, Co-Ceo of Land to Market and regenerative trailblazer. Through his work at the Savory Institute, Chris found himself in a unique position between regenerative land stewards and consumer brands looking to source higher attribute products. Through years of creation, Chris launched the world's first and only verified regenerative program founded upon outcomes and empirical data that supports actual improvements on the land. This episode chronicles the amazing perspectives and learned experiences of Chris Kerston as he continues to drive large-scale regeneration.  Guest: Chris Kerston, Land to Market This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch

In this episode of Where Hope Grows I am joined by the brilliant and compassionate souls behind the creation of Force of Nature. For the first time ever, we sit together and share the founding story of our brand as well as our greatest hopes for the regenerative evolution.This episode chronicles the amazing journey of grinding hard in the startup world and eventually gaining traction and acceptance within our industry. Set in an informal and candid conversation we highlight the struggles and successes that have led to the beautiful organism that we lovingly call Force of Nature. Stick around for the end of the episode for an additional interview with our Manager of Culture and Head of Customer Service, Clint Clancy! Enjoy. Guests: Robby Sansom, CEO and Co-Founder Force of Nature Katie Collins, Co-Founder Force of Nature This podcast is made possible by the support of Force of Nature Hosted by: Taylor Collins, ROAM Ranch, @roamranch