What does it take to grow food—and culture—in one of the harshest climates in America?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Johnson—also known as the “Hopi Farmer”—assistant professor at the University of Arizona and a leader with the Indigenous Resiliency Center.

Raised farming alongside his grandfather on the Hopi Reservation, Dr. Johnson shares how ancient dryland agriculture—built on just 6–10 inches of rain and zero chemical inputs—isn’t just about survival… it’s about identity, resilience, and sovereignty.

We dig into:

• The powerful connection between crops, culture, and community
• The urgent push to revitalize Indigenous food systems
• Soil safety, water challenges, and what’s really in our food
• The fight to protect Indigenous seeds as cultural heritage (“The Seed is Law”)
• How youth and intergenerational knowledge are shaping the future of tribal agriculture

From hands-on soil testing to groundbreaking irrigation trials, Dr. Johnson is bridging tradition and innovation to help Native communities reclaim control over food, land, and health.

If you care about sustainability, culture, or the future of food—this conversation will change how you see it.

Thank you,

Pete

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