Realfoodology Glyphosate & the Future of Food: What This Moment Means for All of Us
Mar 31, 2026
Hector Llamas, spouse of the host and longtime activist, joins to unpack glyphosate, the Monsanto/Bayer Supreme Court fight, and a planned Washington rally. They explore why farmers depend on agrochemicals, how chemicals affect soil and food security, and why this is a systemic public health issue. The conversation focuses on mobilizing public awareness and paths for people to get involved.
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Rally Planned For Supreme Court Hearing
- Courtney describes an April 27th DC rally timed with the Supreme Court taking up the Monsanto/Bayer case.
- She plans to speak and urges RSVPs to People Versus the Poison to amplify media attention and oppose the executive order.
Bayer's Legal Payouts And Push For Immunity
- Glyphosate is widely used on crops and is linked to cancer rulings against Monsanto/Bayer in court.
- Bayer has paid over $10 billion in settlements and is now seeking federal immunity instead of reformulating its products.
Farmers Trained Into Chemical Dependency
- About 90% of U.S. farmers rely on chemical inputs taught by agrochemical-funded curricula, creating systemic dependence.
- Long-term studies like Rodale's show organic/regenerative farming can match yields while restoring soil health.