Doubling Down on Deception: AEFS's House of Cards Begins to Crumble

The Poor Prole’s Almanac · May 4, 2023 · 43m

This episode continues the saga of American Energy Farming Systems (AEFS) and its audacious attempt to build an agricultural empire on the back of the Jerusalem artichoke. Hosts Andy and Elliot further examine the company's dubious tactics, increasingly desperate attempts to create a market for their miracle crop, and the growing skepticism from experts and authorities.

The Gospel of the Jerusalem Artichoke: AEFS's Sales Pitch and Cultish Tactics

AEFS goes beyond simply promoting the Jerusalem artichoke; it positions the crop as a divinely ordained path to prosperity and even incorporates…