New Mexico dairy farmer Tara Vander Dussen and Montana rancher Natalie Kovarik have launched a podcast Discover Ag and a new video series, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at how food is produced today. The team argues that consumers are almost 80 years behind what agriculture actually looks like today, with many farms becoming increasingly high-tech. They also highlight the challenges farmers face, including unpredictable weather and global markets, labor shortages, and confusing labels. The pair have seen firsthand how unpredictable weather can affect the food system, including hurricanes, cold snaps, and other extreme conditions that threaten harvests. Despite technological advancements, farming remains labor-intensive and many farms struggle to find and retain workers. The industry has long relied on immigrant labor, and ongoing immigration crackdowns have raised concerns about the availability of workers.