What the Field?! A podcast by CrowdFarming
Welcome to CrowdFarming's podcast, where we delve deep into the roots of sustainable living, organic agriculture, and regenerative farming practices. Join us as we explore the interconnectedness of our food systems and the planet.
Through engaging conversations with leading experts, passionate farmers, and eco-conscious innovators, we cultivate insights into how to nurture the earth while feeding our communities. Discover the secrets of soil health, the power of regenerative organic agriculture, and the beauty of biodiversity as we sow the seeds of change together.
Whether you're a seasoned gardener, a budding farmer, or simply a curious mind seeking a more sustainable lifestyle, this podcast is your fertile ground for inspiration and exploration. Tune in to cultivate a deeper connection with the food on your plate and the soil beneath your feet.
What the Field?! A podcast by CrowdFarming
Birds, Biodiversity, and Broken Food Systems - a chat with Ariel Brunner
Birdsong is disappearing from our landscapes—but why? In the latest episode of What the Field, we sit down with Ariel Brunner, Regional Director of BirdLife International, to talk about why the dramatic decline in bird populations across Europe is not just a tragedy for nature lovers, but a warning sign for the future of our food systems.
Drawing from decades of experience in conservation, Ariel explains how industrial agriculture has devastated biodiversity—especially among farmland birds—and how rethinking the way we farm, consume, and organise politically could turn things around. From the disappearance of house martins in southern Spain to the global expansion of monocultures, we unpack how our current food production model is ecologically unsustainable.
But this isn’t just another story of environmental collapse. Ariel also shares tangible examples of hope: collaborative projects like “Olivares Vivos” that restore biodiversity in olive groves, and ways city dwellers can make space for birds even without a garden.
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