Welcome to part 2 of our sit down with Texas Slim. Texas Slim is a passionate advocate for the American rancher who has dedicated his life to exposing the deception within the beef industry. Growing up in the heart of Texas cattle country, Texas Slim witnessed firsthand the devastating changes that have occurred over the past 50 years. Through his work with the Beef Initiative, Texas Slim has become a voice for the American rancher, tirelessly advocating for a return to sustainable, community-driven food systems. His passion for building relationships between consumers and ranchers is evident in his motto, "Meet your rancher, shake their hand."Discover how the Beef Initiative is pioneering a new era of decentralized, regenerative ranching that puts the power back into the hands of local producers and consumers. Learn about the critical role of microprocessing facilities in creating a more transparent, sustainable, and health-conscious beef supply chain. Other key topics discussed include:The crucial role of microprocessing facilities in creating a decentralized, transparent beef supply chainThe power of regenerative ranching practices to restore ecosystems, sequester carbon, and produce nutrient-dense, flavorful beefThe importance of supporting local producers and building direct relationships with the people who raise your foodThe potential for blockchain technology, like Bitcoin, to create a more secure, transparent, and equitable financial system for ranchers and consumers alikeThe role of education and skill-building in creating a new generation of regenerative ranchers and butchersTimestamps:(00:10) Revolutionizing the Cattle Processing Industry(11:23) Disruption in the Beef Industry(24:38) Next Generation of Regenerative Farming(32:38) Modernizing the Cattle Industry Through Collaboration(45:52) Empowerment Through Food and Health(59:01) Cattlemen's Associations Collaboration Appreciation*** LINKS*** Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Texas Slim & Beef InitiativeWebsiteTexas Slim FoundationTexas Fire ReliefThe Beef Initiative Association CouncilBeef IndexBeef Initiative MapsConnect with Meat Mafia:Meat Mafia - https://www.instagram.com/meatmafiamedia/Meat Mafia - https://twitter.com/themeatmafiapodMeat Mafia - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTadLQ-3Eb58I0Q2hVQjffwConnect with Noble Protein:Noble Protein - https://nobleorigins.com/Noble Protein - https://twitter.com/eatnobleoriginsNoble Protein - https://www.instagram.com/noble.origins/AFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA