# Farmland on The No Agenda Show Farmland comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2008 to February 2024. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** May 2008 – February 2024 - **Related topics:** [Economic Collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md), [Real Estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [2013](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2013.md), [2020](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020.md), [Agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md), [Bill Gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [Cargill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cargill.md), [Cycles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cycles.md), [Derivatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/derivatives.md), [Dr. Phil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-phil.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Dr. Phil and Merritt Street Media Launch - **Episode:** [1636: Super Duper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-22 - **Time:** 1:23:00–1:33:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper/chapter/dr-phil-and-merritt-street-media-launch.md Dr. Phil appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience to promote his new network, Merritt Street Media, launching February 26. During the appearance, he discussed research into Chinese nationals buying American farmland near military installations and grain elevators. The segment identifies Joel Cheatwood, a former CBS and Blaze executive, as the strategist behind Dr. Phil's move into news and "common sense" commentary. Keywords: [dr. phil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-phil.md), merritt street media, joel cheatwood, [farmland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmland.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md) ### Ukraine Farmland Ownership and Zelensky Reforms - **Episode:** [1487: Si Senor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-18 - **Time:** 2:40:03–2:41:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor/chapter/ukraine-farmland-ownership-and-zelensky-reforms.md A fact-check regarding the sale of Ukrainian farmland to U.S. corporations is examined. While direct foreign ownership of land remains technically illegal, major agricultural firms like Cargill and Monsanto have significant business interests and control over landholding companies following Zelensky's land reforms. Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zelensky.md), [cargill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cargill.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [farmland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmland.md) ### Bill Gates Farmland Acquisitions, Food Security - **Episode:** [1315: Food and Drunk Administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1315-food-and-drunk-administration.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-24 - **Time:** 2:40:03–2:43:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1315-food-and-drunk-administration/chapter/bill-gates-farmland-acquisitions-food-security.md Bill Gates has become the largest private farmland owner in the United States, a move analyzed as a strategic financial investment rather than a farming venture. Farmland is considered a "surefire bet" during economic downturns, often increasing in value by 30-40%. The acquisition coincides with a COVID-19 working paper warning of international food security risks and potential shortages. Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [farmland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmland.md), [food security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-security.md), [investment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investment.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md) ### Egypt Farmland Encroachment and Illegal Construction - **Episode:** [595: Ottomania](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/595-ottomania.md) - **Published:** 2014-02-27 - **Time:** 1:36:39–1:40:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/595-ottomania/chapter/egypt-farmland-encroachment-and-illegal-construction.md Since the 2011 revolution, illegal construction on fertile farmland in the Nile Delta has risen exponentially, with 20% of arable land reportedly lost. The Egyptian government claims the law prohibiting construction is impossible to enforce without a "society movement." This loss of farmland threatens the country's food security, particularly regarding wheat and bread production. Keywords: [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), nile delta, [farmland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmland.md), illegal building, wheat prices ### Farmland Value, Economic Collapse Survival - **Episode:** [443: Bad Actors](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/443-bad-actors.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-13 - **Time:** 2:10:01–2:14:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/443-bad-actors/chapter/farmland-value-economic-collapse-survival.md During major economic downturns, farmland is historically the only asset class that consistently increases in value. While real estate typically follows the value of gold, current market conditions have decoupled the two, leaving real estate stagnant. Predictions for the coming years include increased homelessness and crime, culminating in a projected civil war in Europe by 2019 or 2020. Keywords: [farmland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmland.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [economic collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md), [2020](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020.md) ### Economic Cycle Theories, 2013 Collapse and George Soros - **Episode:** [408: Odious Debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/408-odious-debt.md) - **Published:** 2012-05-13 - **Time:** 2:09:17–2:13:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/408-odious-debt/chapter/economic-cycle-theories-2013-collapse-and-george-soros.md The hosts discuss the potential for a major economic collapse in 2013 or 2017 based on historical cycles and the massive scale of the derivatives market. George Soros is cited regarding the failure of traditional economic theory to account for human behavior and imperfect knowledge. Farmland is suggested as a potential hedge against a systemic financial failure. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [economic collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md), [derivatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/derivatives.md), [farmland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmland.md), [cycles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cycles.md) ### Farmland Investment, Economic Cycle Predictions - **Episode:** [29: The Zen "Offer"](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/29-the-zen-offer.md) - **Published:** 2008-05-03 - **Time:** 1:13:24–1:15:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/29-the-zen-offer/chapter/farmland-investment-economic-cycle-predictions.md Historical data suggests that farmland is one of the most consistent and safe investments during major economic collapses, as the fundamental need for food remains constant. Projections indicate a potential market bottom in 2013, following a significant crash anticipated in late 2009. Investors are advised to look toward agricultural land as a long-term hold that typically increases in value while other asset classes remain volatile. Keywords: [farmland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmland.md), [economic cycles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-cycles.md), [2013](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2013.md), [investment strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investment-strategy.md), [agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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