Jeff Kazin

Mike Rohlfsen, Agris Academy co-founder and former Cargill trader, joins Jeff Kazin, an ag risk adviser with decades in commodities. They dig into how war in Iran rattles fertilizer and energy costs, why land rents are crushing farm margins, how tariffs boosted Brazil, and why storage, hedging, and planting choices have turned farming into a high-stakes trading game.

Jeff Kazin, cofounder of AgrisAcademy and former Cargill executive who ran Venezuelan operations, shares firsthand stories from tough markets. He and colleagues discuss dollar shortages, hyperinflation, logistics theft, security costs, and how multinationals keep brands and operations running. Short vignettes cover crypto workarounds, rebuilding needs, and practical advice for operating where institutions are weak.

Goldie Ghamari, a human rights advocate and former Ontario parliament member, shares insights on the escalating protests in Iran and discusses potential U.S. involvement. Renzo Castillo reveals harrowing details from his 300-day illegal detention in Venezuela, including torture and the plight of political prisoners. Jeff Kazin offers a deep dive into Venezuela's food crisis, shedding light on the impact of nationalization and economic mismanagement. The conversation raises important questions about global solidarity and the need for awareness of human rights abuses.