The Farming Podcast

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