Grazing Grass Podcast | Rotational Grazing, Soil Health & Profitable Livestock Farming

In this episode, we dive into the world of rotational grazing, land management, and sustainable farming practices on a California ranch. We explore the journey of Dana Wilson and her family as they manage their forty-acre property with Highland cattle, meat goats, chickens, and ducks. We discuss the importance of water management and the challenges of managing different sized animals with electric...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Leevi, the livestock manager at Greenacres Foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. We discussed the regenerative farming practices they use at Green Acres, including raising a variety of livestock such as grass-fed and finished beef and sheep, pasture-raised chickens and turkeys, and heritage pigs. We explored the benefits of using smaller breed genetic...

In this episode of the Grazing Grass podcast, join me as I dive into the fascinating journey of Christian Carreon in regenerative agriculture. We explore the challenges faced in his family's ranch in Mexico, his experiences with grazing management in Chihuahua, and the crucial role of well-designed electric fences and water supply systems. Christian shares invaluable insights on the importance of...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Jared Kerst of Lazy K at Rivendell Farms. We discuss his journey from turfgrass manager to regenerative grass farmer. Among the topics discussed are grazing alfalfa, daytime moves, garlic, and selling beef. Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Ethon Pawlaczyk of Black Swamp Cattle Compnay. We discuss his journey from row crops to grass based cattle and poultry.  We also discuss free choice minerals and he recommends a new book to the pod. Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agricul...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Jesse Straight of Whiffle Tree farm. We discuss his multiple livestock species and how he got started.  Also, we take a deep dive into the internships that are available on his farm.    Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroo...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Calahan Maynard! Calahan and his family are new to raising grass finished beef.   They have ten acres and have purchased a few calves.  We discuss getting started, rotational grazing, and other aspects of just starting out. Show notes are available at https://grazinggrass/episodes/44. Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with John Simmons of EZ Yoke Ranch! EZ Yoke Ranch is regenerative cow-calf operation.  In addition to John's journey and operation, we go on a couple tangents and discuss causal rotational grazing. Show notes at https://www.grazinggrass.com/episodes/43 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our S...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Juan Sanguinetti of La Zoila!  We discuss his journey from being raised in the city to multi-species rotational grazing.  He and his wife started with a farm needing a lot of care and are building it into a substanible operation. Also, Juan is our first guest from Argentina. Show notes available at www.grazinggrass.com/episodes/42 Lookin...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Lillie Beringer of Beringer Family Farms! We discuss her journey to rotationally grazing for her cow calf operation from establishing pasture to managing her cows and selling beef across the United States. More show notes at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/41 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with James Coffelt of Ohio Land and Cattle! We discuss low input management of the ranch's Angus cows, as well as, paddlefish and hunting.  Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/40 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agricultur...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Thomas & Cody Nicholson Stratton of Foggy Bottoms Boys! Another must listen episode! We talk their journey and what they are doing now with a dive into fiber production for the Overgrazing Section.  Full show notes available at https://www.grazinggrass.com/episodes/39. Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Geneti...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Jordan Green of J&L Green Farm. J&L Green Fram raises grass finished beef, pastured poultry and forest raised hogs which is marketed directly to the consumer.  For the overgrazing section, we discuss the FarmBuilder program.  Show notes available at https://www.grazinggrass.com/episodes/38. Looking for grass-based breeders?  Expl...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Jared Frye of C&F Farms. C&F Farms is a third generation farm that has transitioned to a more regenerative approach. We discuss his farm journey and their practices. They have grass fed beef and pastured pigs. Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/37 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based G...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Desiree Nelson of Nelson Grass Farm. We discuss her farm journey and the multiple species grown on their farm then take a deep dive for the Overgrazing Section into chicken tractors.  More show notes at https://www.grazinggrass.com/episodes/36 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Spons...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Becky Szarzynski of Mountain Glen Farm. We discuss the transistor of the family farm to a grass based farm with South Poll cattle.  For the Overgrazing section, we dive deeper in to the South Poll cattle breed.  Show notes available at https://www.grazinggrass.com/episodes/35 . Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based G...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Chase Jones of Ri-Zan Cattle Company. We discuss how he uses custom grazing on his fifth generation farm to achieve financial sustainability in Southwest Wiscosin. For the Overgrazing section, we dive deeper in to finances.  Full show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/34 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the G...

In this episode of The Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Alex Bates of Chapel Ford Farm. We discuss brooding chicks for others, pastured poultry, pastured turkeys and wool sheep.  For the Overgrazing Section, we discuss how his off-the-farm job makes him a better farmer.  Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/34 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Gen...

Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/32 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroots Carbon Grazing Grass Links Website Community (on Facebook) Original Music by Louis Palfrey

Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/31 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroots Carbon Grazing Grass Links Website Community (on Facebook) Original Music by Louis Palfrey

Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/30 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroots Carbon Grazing Grass Links Website Community (on Facebook) Original Music by Louis Palfrey

Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/29 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroots Carbon Grazing Grass Links Website Community (on Facebook) Original Music by Louis Palfrey

Show notes available at https://www.grazinggrass.com/episodes/28 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroots Carbon Grazing Grass Links Website Community (on Facebook) Original Music by Louis Palfrey

Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/27. Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroots Carbon Grazing Grass Links Website Community (on Facebook) Original Music by Louis Palfrey

Show notes available at https://grazinggrass.com/episodes/26 Looking for grass-based breeders?  Explore the Grass Based Genetics directory . Visit our Sponsors: Noble Research Institute Redmond Agriculture Grassroots Carbon Grazing Grass Links Website Community (on Facebook) Original Music by Louis Palfrey