I discuss the progress on the farm for end of summer 2020. It’s been quite the year. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Earth’s Echo Farm Berta Flail Mower in Action Japanese Knotweed Honey Interesting solution for protecting chickens from hawks A2 Milk Source
Reducing and eliminating costs on your farm is critical for developing a profitable farm. Learn from Joel Salatin’s book You Can Farm how you can reduce your farm costs. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Wrong Direction Farm in Canajoharie, New York You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Your home is not an […] Source
In this episode I talk about how to build productive farm systems that make sense. It’s time to get away from modern industrial factory farming and build systems that work. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Walnut Hill Farm in Sharpsville, PA You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Stacking Functions How To Buy […] Source
In this episode I discuss the importance of farming with the seasons. I also talk about goal setting and the importance of multiple goals. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Valley Ridge Farms You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Holistic Management by Allan Savory Source
What I’ve been up to on the farm the past month: ATV repairs, beekeeping, failed splits, hawks and chickens, cattle and more. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Walnut Grove Farm in Siloam Springs, Arkansas How to Introduce Queen Cells and Make Splits Greg Judy’s Goats Source
Healthy farms don’t stink. Learn about natural ways to sanitize your farm and keep your land and animals healthy. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Bob’s Beef in Monroe, Washington You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Joel Salatin’s Pigs (Including discussion of deep bedding) Unrolling hay with Greg Judy Source
I discuss using animals to do the work for you on your farm rather than using expensive equipment and machinery. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Thousand Hills Farm in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania www.thousandhillsfarm.us Joel Salatin’s Farm Greg Judy moving cattle with temporary fence Another great video of Greg Judy moving cattle One more […] Source
I discuss why you may want to make soap, and what I’ve learned from the process. Mentioned In The Show Farm of the Day: Peaceful Pastures in Hickman, Tennessee Soapcalc.net – Make Your Own Soap Recipes Pure Tallow Soap Recipe Find a Farmer near you and see if they have fat for sale How to […] Source
In this episode I share the my journey of how I ended up farming as well as the reasons why I farm. I enjoyed recording this one and hope you do as well. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Lakeside Prairie Farm Ron Paul on your right to drink raw milk Jack Spirko’s Survival […] Source
Appropriate water infrastructure is critical for your farm’s success. There are many benefits of managing your farm’s water. Tune in to learn more. Mentioned In The Show Farm of the Day: Blue Sage Ranch in Big Horn, Wyoming Dramm Colorstorm Hose – A garden hose that lasts! The float valves I use for my cattle […] Source
I discuss the how’s and why’s of increasing ecological diversity on your farm. Increasing diversity can improve your productivity and profitability as well as make a more beautiful and enjoyable farm. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Owens Farm in Sunbury, Pennsylvania Silvopasture Birds eating flies around my cattle Greg Judy on Small […] Source
In this episode I discuss why I use foundationless frames in my bee hives. I explain the problems I had early on with foundationless frames, what I love about them, and tips for success with foundationless frames. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Hudspeth River Ranch Michael Bush’s Website How to build […] Source
There are so many advantages to a perennial pasture based farm. Learn how pasture based farming can make your operation more productive, profitable and enjoyable. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Peaceful Meadows Farm in North Carolina 12 Reasons to Choose Perennial Pasture Based Farming Dirt […] Source
Here are my updates from the farm for July 2020. Farm of the Day: Pleasant Valley Beef Mentioned in the Show High Tensile Wire Roller/Unroller Berta 34″ Flail Mower Tree/Post Puller Ventrac Tough Cut in Action Greg Judy’s Video on Reducing Face Flies Source
In this episode I discuss 2 secret’s for beekeeping success that I learned from Michael Bush’s book “The Practical Beekeeper”. Enjoy the show! Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Broad Arrow Farm The Practical Beekeeper by Michael Bush Source
Quitting your job to start farming is not an easy thing to do. Checkout this episode for some practical tips on how to do it successfully. Mentioned in the show You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Farm of the Day: Caledonia Farm Deep Work by Cal Newport Source
In this episode I talk about the importance of creative thinking on the farm. This is an important skill to have for a more productive and profitable farm. Mentioned In The Show You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Freeplane – Free program for mindmapping Farm of the Day: Hilltop Pastures Family Farm Source
In today’s episode I talk about how the coronavirus has affected me and our farm. I also talk about setting up security cameras for catching livestock predators and more. Mentioned in the Show My tech consulting business Garber Computer. Nourse Farms Inexpensive security camera with alerts Source
I give a 2020 update on my farming. I talk about beef fat, tallow soap, and keeping wild birds out of your chicken house. Enjoy the show! Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Legacy Ranch in Oklahoma Tallow Soap Recipe How to keep birds out of your chicken coop Fiskars Splitting Axe (Lightweight […] Source
Is there an easy way to load cattle? Yes. Loading cattle doesn’t need to be a stressful rodeo, unless you enjoy that. With the proper cattle, loading system and understanding of low stress handling techniques, loading cattle can be easy and fun. Mentioned in the Show Video of Berta Flail Mower on BCS tractor Bud […] Source
In today’s episode I talk about how the end of the summer is going on the farm. Custom grazing, limping steer, selling bulk beef and more. Source
In this episode I share the results of my summer finished beef experiment. Did finishing beef this summer result in high quality tasty beef? Listen to the show to find out. I also discuss my first year of custom grazing and what I like about it so far. Mentioned in the Show How to Fail […] Source
In this episode I discuss finishing cattle in the summer, loading cattle, and my visit to A.J. Oneil’s field day and grazing conference in Western PA. Mentioned on the Show Bud Box Sorting Gate Batt Latch Dave Hartman – Forage analysis & grass-finishing cattle Joel Hunter – Forage quality & soil fertility Red Devon Cattle […] Source
In this episode I talk about the spring explosion of grass growth on the farm, my experience with farmer’s markets, catching bee swarms and more. Enjoy! Here is the link to the upcoming Grass Fed Grazing Field Day and Tour on June 29, 2019. Source
I talk about my weekend in March 2019 when Brian Karlsen visited me from South Africa. I also talk about our trip to and tour of Joel Salatin’s Farm. We learned a lot and had a great time! Enjoy the show! Source
In this episode I discuss cattle laneways, the appropriate time of year to butcher beef, honey bees and more. Source
In this episode I discuss what I’ve been up to in Winter 2019. We discuss improving beef quality, how to ship beef, ducks and more. Source
Want to learn the keys to making a small farm profitable? In this episode I discuss Dave Pratt’s article in the Stockman Grass Farmer about how to make a profit on a small farm. It’s not as easy as simply copying what the big farms do. In fact that can be a recipe for disaster. […] Source
In today’s episode I talk about what I’ve learned about producing tender grass fed beef. Learn how the end of our cattle season went and how our new loading system worked. It’s important to learn how to produce a product that your customers love and come back to buy. Mentioned in today’s show Bud Box […] Source
I’ve been up to a lot on the farm this summer. Check it out in this episode. Mentioned in Today’s Show Red Devon Cattle Member’s Program Bud Box Preifert Panels Pullerbear BCS Sickle Bar Mower Echo PAS System Allan Savory Ted Talk Holistic Management by Allan Savory Source
