# Food Supply on The No Agenda Show Food Supply comes up in 30 chapters across 29 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2009 to April 2026. - **Chapters:** 30 - **Episodes:** 29 - **Discussed:** July 2009 – April 2026 - **Related topics:** [Supply Chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md), [Usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), [Bird Flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [Pork Industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pork-industry.md), [Smithfield Foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smithfield-foods.md), [Whole Foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whole-foods.md), [Cargill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cargill.md), [Cattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cattle.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 30 ### Iran Internal Conditions, Fariba Family Update - **Episode:** [1858: Nut Spread](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1858-nut-spread.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-09 - **Time:** 13:07–14:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1858-nut-spread/chapter/iran-internal-conditions-fariba-family-update.md A personal update from a contact with family in Iran suggests that despite international reports of war and destruction, daily life in Tehran remains relatively stable. The report indicates that supermarkets are open, food is plentiful, and civilian infrastructure has not sustained the damage suggested by Western media. This perspective contrasts with the "civilization will die" narrative prevalent in recent news cycles. Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md), fariba, molas, civilian infrastructure, [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### Egg Recall, Salmonella and Private Labeling - **Episode:** [1771: Home Depotation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-08 - **Time:** 59:30–1:01:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation/chapter/egg-recall-salmonella-and-private-labeling.md A massive egg recall linked to salmonella has impacted numerous brands, including Whole Foods' 365 brand. The investigation reveals that a single supplier provides eggs for over 20 different brands, raising questions about the transparency of "organic" labeling. The incident highlights the vulnerability of the centralized food supply chain compared to local backyard egg production. Keywords: [egg recall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egg-recall.md), [salmonella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salmonella.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), 365 brand, [whole foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whole-foods.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md) ### GMO Chickens, Bird Flu and Economic Disaster - **Episode:** [1767: Best Clips of The Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-24 - **Time:** 1:58:15–1:59:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day/chapter/gmo-chickens-bird-flu-and-economic-disaster.md Dr. Brian Hooker of the Children's Health Defense discusses the culling of poultry herds due to bird flu as an economic disaster that paves the way for GMO products. He notes that the USDA has already developed chickens genetically modified to be immune to influenza. The segment suggests the bird flu outbreak is being used to transition the food supply toward lab-altered animals. Keywords: brian hooker, gmo chickens, [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), [influenza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influenza.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### Ten Days of Darkness, Starlink Internet, Communication Blackout - **Episode:** [1726: The Fog](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-02 - **Time:** 9:23–11:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog/chapter/ten-days-of-darkness-starlink-internet-communication-blackout.md A conspiracy theory warns of an imminent ten-day global communication blackout where the internet will transition exclusively to the Starlink satellite network. Citizens are urged to stockpile a month's supply of food, water, and cash as banks and ATMs are expected to fail. The theory claims the military will eventually provide supplies and broadcast "education" on freedom. Keywords: [starlink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starlink.md), [military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md), communication darkness, [atms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atms.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), [cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cash.md), [emergency preparedness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-preparedness.md) ### Bird Flu Testing, War on Protein, Smithfield Foods - **Episode:** [1671: It's The Boyfriend](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1671-it-s-the-boyfriend.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-23 - **Time:** 2:24:54–2:27:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1671-it-s-the-boyfriend/chapter/bird-flu-testing-war-on-protein-smithfield-foods.md The CDC has called on certified laboratories to develop rapid tests for bird flu, mirroring the early response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Observers note that while there is a "war on protein" targeting beef, dairy, and poultry, the pork industry—largely owned by Chinese interests like Smithfield Foods—has remained relatively unaffected. Testing for H5N1 is expected to increase as the government prepares for a potential public health rollout. Keywords: [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [smithfield foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smithfield-foods.md), [pork industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pork-industry.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### Economic Impact, USDA and Genetically Modified Chickens - **Episode:** [1664: Friendshoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-30 - **Time:** 31:14–33:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring/chapter/economic-impact-usda-and-genetically-modified-chickens.md Dr. Brian Hooker suggests that the bird flu crisis serves as an economic catalyst to transition the food supply toward alternative technologies. He points out that the USDA has already developed chickens genetically modified to be immune to influenza, potentially replacing culled natural herds. This shift is viewed as a move toward a more controlled, GMO-based protein industry, including lab-grown meat. Keywords: [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), [gmo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmo.md), [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), dr. brian hooker, [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), [synthetic meat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/synthetic-meat.md) ### Bird Flu Vaccine Development, Industry Motives - **Episode:** [1655: Illegal Chants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-28 - **Time:** 1:33:06–1:34:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants/chapter/bird-flu-vaccine-development-industry-motives.md Speculation arises that the bird flu narrative is being used to drive the development and sale of new mRNA vaccines for livestock. The hosts suggest that the ultimate goal may be the culling of herds or the forced vaccination of the food supply, rather than a genuine public health emergency. Keywords: [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), [cattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cattle.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### Travel and Agriculture, Small Batch Coffee - **Episode:** [1655: Illegal Chants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-28 - **Time:** 2:45:08–2:48:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants/chapter/travel-and-agriculture-small-batch-coffee.md Listeners are encouraged to support local farmers' markets and small-batch artisans as a defense against disruptions in the food supply. A travel agent producer offers services for river cruises, while "Eli the Coffee Guy" promotes Gigawatt Coffee Roasters as a high-quality alternative to corporate brands. Keywords: river cruises, [farmers markets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmers-markets.md), [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### David Icke on Food Scarcity and Global Control - **Episode:** [1624: Bub](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1624-bub.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-11 - **Time:** 1:20:09–1:21:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1624-bub/chapter/david-icke-on-food-scarcity-and-global-control.md David Icke discusses the targeting of farmers in the Netherlands, the world's second-largest food exporter. Icke argues that the government's efforts to reduce farming capacity are designed to create scarcity, which leads to dependency and greater state control over the population. He links these actions to broader global agendas targeting energy and food chains. Keywords: [david icke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-icke.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [farmers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmers.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), control ### mRNA in Food Supply, Dr. Robert Malone - **Episode:** [1551: Big Mike & The Rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1551-big-mike-the-rock.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-30 - **Time:** 3:16:16–3:22:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1551-big-mike-the-rock/chapter/mrna-in-food-supply-dr-robert-malone.md Dr. Robert Malone addressed the "Beef Initiative" conference regarding the potential for mRNA vaccines in the food supply. Malone clarified that while mRNA is not currently used in beef, Merck is already deploying custom mRNA vaccines for the swine (pork) industry under special USDA authorizations. He warned that these formulations can be shed in milk and meat, necessitating strict disclosure and testing protocols that the FDA has yet to mandate. Keywords: [robert malone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-malone.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), [pork industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pork-industry.md), [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md) ### Lab-Grown Meat, Cell Cultivation and Vegan Ethics - **Episode:** [1527: Grip & Grin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1527-grip-grin.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-05 - **Time:** 1:06:01–1:09:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1527-grip-grin/chapter/lab-grown-meat-cell-cultivation-and-vegan-ethics.md The Wall Street Journal reported on the development of cultivated or lab-grown meat as a solution to reduce carbon emissions from the food supply chain. By growing animal cells in vats, companies aim to produce meat without slaughtering whole animals. The discussion explores whether vegans will accept cell-based products as ethical alternatives to traditional livestock. Keywords: [lab-grown meat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lab-grown-meat.md), [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), animal cells, [veganism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veganism.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### mRNA in Livestock, Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Gummies - **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-19 - **Time:** 38:45–41:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/mrna-in-livestock-kraft-macaroni-and-cheese-gummies.md The hosts discuss concerns among ranchers and consumers regarding the potential introduction of mRNA vaccines into the cattle supply and vegetables. In a lighter segment, they review a promotional "Kraft Macaroni and Cheese" gummy product. Despite its appearance, the gummies reportedly taste like citrus rather than pasta, serving as a marketing gimmick. Keywords: [mrna vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna-vaccines.md), [cattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cattle.md), [kraft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kraft.md), gummies, [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### UN Food Systems Summit, Global Meat Tax Proposal - **Episode:** [1509: The Best Clips Of The Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1509-the-best-clips-of-the-day.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-04 - **Time:** 1:16:33–1:18:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1509-the-best-clips-of-the-day/chapter/un-food-systems-summit-global-meat-tax-proposal.md The United Nations Food Systems pre-summit in Rome recommended a dietary limit of 14 grams of red meat per day and a worldwide environmental tax on meat. Australian officials criticized the move as an attack on farmers that could starve 80 million people of protein. The UN also proposed moving toward "short-chain" local food supplies, which critics argue led to starvation in the past. Keywords: [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [meat tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meat-tax.md), [protein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protein.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), food supply chain ### G20 Economic Policy, Food and Energy Security - **Episode:** [1505: Cat's Paw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-20 - **Time:** 30:13–34:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw/chapter/g20-economic-policy-food-and-energy-security.md G20 leaders addressed global economic challenges exacerbated by the war in Ukraine, including rising inflation and disruptions to food and energy supply chains. The summit's new slogan, "Recover Together, Recover Stronger," replaced "Build Back Better" as the guiding principle for fiscal sustainability. The declaration pledged coordinated action to address fertilizer shortages and commodity price surges affecting the most vulnerable populations. Keywords: [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [ukraine war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine-war.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [food security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-security.md), [supply chains](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chains.md), [sustainable development](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sustainable-development.md) ### Mealworms for Future Human Consumption, Texas Slim Beef Initiative - **Episode:** [1468: Superwokes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1468-superwokes.md) - **Published:** 2022-07-14 - **Time:** 3:44–7:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1468-superwokes/chapter/mealworms-for-future-human-consumption-texas-slim-beef-initiative.md A producer submitted photos of bird seed mealworms labeled "farmed for the future" and "not yet certified for human consumption," suggesting a shift toward insect-based protein. Texas Slim from the Beef Initiative discusses a global industrial food shift planned since 2017. The movement aims to remove animal products and soil from the traditional consumption model in favor of lab-grown alternatives. Keywords: [mealworms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mealworms.md), [texas slim](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-slim.md), [beef initiative](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beef-initiative.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), [protein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protein.md), global food shift ### Fertilizer Shortages, Canadian Tariffs on Russian Imports - **Episode:** [1450: New Collar Worker](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1450-new-collar-worker.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-13 - **Time:** 2:11:58–2:14:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1450-new-collar-worker/chapter/fertilizer-shortages-canadian-tariffs-on-russian-imports.md A 29-year-old dairy farmer from Ontario reports that the Canadian government placed a 35% tariff on Russian fertilizer that had already been paid for and was in transit. This policy forces farmers to pay double for essential nutrients, costs that are inevitably passed on to consumers. The situation is described as a purposeful disruption of the food supply aligned with "Great Reset" objectives. Keywords: [fertilizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fertilizer.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md) ### Insect Consumption and Northern Ireland Livestock Culling - **Episode:** [1446: That 70's Podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-28 - **Time:** 2:47:01–2:49:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast/chapter/insect-consumption-and-northern-ireland-livestock-culling.md Researchers are developing sensory guides to make insect consumption more palatable to the public, citing the high environmental cost of traditional meat. In Northern Ireland, climate targets may require the culling of over one million sheep and cattle to meet sustainable development goals. The hosts argue that these policies are designed to restrict traditional protein sources in favor of lab-grown or insect-based alternatives. Keywords: [insects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insects.md), [northern ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/northern-ireland.md), climate targets, livestock culling, [sustainable development](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sustainable-development.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md) ### Food Processing Plant Fires, FBI Cyber Warnings, Black Swans - **Episode:** [1445: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-24 - **Time:** 2:44:32–2:49:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers/chapter/food-processing-plant-fires-fbi-cyber-warnings-black-swans.md A series of fires and plane crashes at U.S. food processing plants has sparked concerns about the stability of the food supply chain. The FBI has issued warnings regarding potential Russian ransomware attacks on agricultural cooperatives during critical harvest seasons, framing these disruptions as potential "Black Swan" events. Keywords: [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [ransomware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ransomware.md), [cyber attacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-attacks.md), black swan ### Cargill Family Intelligence, Global Commodity Control - **Episode:** [1398: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-11 - **Time:** 1:14:32–1:17:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice/chapter/cargill-family-intelligence-global-commodity-control.md Cargill is identified as a primary driver of global food control, with the hosts noting that the privately-held company's intelligence capabilities are said to exceed those of the CIA. The Cargill family, which remains largely out of the public eye, oversees a fleet of 570 ships and 155,000 employees. The hosts explain that almost any processed or additive-heavy food in a supermarket likely passed through Cargill's hands. Keywords: [cargill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cargill.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [greenpeace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenpeace.md), [commodities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commodities.md), [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md), private company ### Cargo Container Influx, Economic Indicators, and Shrinkflation - **Episode:** [1355: Stilts and Steroids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1355-stilts-and-steroids.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-13 - **Time:** 3:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1355-stilts-and-steroids/chapter/cargo-container-influx-economic-indicators-and-shrinkflation.md A report from Northern Silicon Valley notes a significant increase in cargo containers arriving from China, with 144 cars observed daily. 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