The Lost Lake Farmer Podcast

Lost Lake Farm basics 28.12.2021 24:51 ↓

An overview of our farm, land, animals, people, and practices.

My life story 27.12.2021 12:42 ↓

A brief history of me, Kevin.

Christmas debrief 27.12.2021 15:00 ↓

In which I talk about changing roles in life, expectations, and living each moment for what it is.

Adjusting the feeding plan 24.12.2021 8:25 ↓

In which I discuss a short-term shift in the cows’ diet from hay to partial pasture.

Advent 24.12.2021 1:47 ↓

In which I share one of my favorite Advent songs.

Pig hauling 22.12.2021 5:12 ↓

In which I describe the process and feelings around hauling piggs to the locker for slaughter.

Pig feeding 22.12.2021 5:42 ↓

Recorded on December 4th. I describe my system of soaking pig feed in whey and feeding that mash or slop.

The View From Depressionland 20.12.2021 7:12 ↓

In which I describe how I feel right now. You probably don’t want to listen. It’s not fun. Thanks, Kevin

Planning work 20.12.2021 18:20 ↓

In which I describe my “system” of planning for non-routine tasks and projects.

Cheese day exhaustion 19.12.2021 3:40 ↓

I describe how I plan to keep my exhaustion from bringing on a wave of depression.

Hay buying 17.12.2021 9:29 ↓

In which I discuss buying hay, forage sampling, and a bit about ruminant nutrition.

Camembert and Burrnt Oak aging 16.12.2021 11:13 ↓

In which I describe the processes we have developed for aging Camembert and Burrnt Oak (Camembert with a charcoal line) at our small-scale facility.

Breeding and Reproduction 15.12.2021 8:29 ↓

In which I give an overview of my strategy for breeding, checking heats, reproduction, and pregnancy testing.

Making Feta Cheese 15.12.2021 11:33 ↓

In which I describe the process of making feta cheese while I am hooping the curds.

Morning cow check 13.12.2021 7:00 ↓

In which I follow up on my morning plan from yesterday’s episode. Yoga, jog, cow check, and some thoughts on my intentions for this podcast.

Depression and schedules 13.12.2021 5:25 ↓

In which I describe today’s depressive meltdown and how I plan to move forward tomorrow.

Winter Cow System 11.12.2021 11:04 ↓

In which I give an overview of our winter feeding and housing system.

Night check 10.12.2021 3:12 ↓

In which I come to you from the pasture while petting cows. Some talk of a particular cow family that all like to moan and groan while they’re relaxing.