Pastured Pig Podcast

In this podcast, we revisit with Stephen Smith of Iron Bell Acres in North Carolina. We had Stephen on originally in episode 32 which posted on January 15th, 2020. Stephen share some of the changes and challenges they face over the last year and how they are making a switch from the AGH to some larger breeds for production purposes.    Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the p...

Today I talk with Baylor from the Rodale Institute in Kutztown, PA. Baylor is the Animal Husbandry and Field Technician for the institute and focuses on their pastured pig operation. The Institute is a beautiful farm that not only has hands on experience in various sustainable agriculture endeavors, they also are a research facility that tracks and collects data on their various efforts at improvi...

In this episode, I speak with Gus Franchi of Gus's Farm in New Hampshire. Gus is a Marine veteran who started his pig farming endeavors last year on 50 acres that was recently timbered. He shares his first year experience and his plan for moving forward. If you want to learn more about his setup, check out his website at gusfarm.com   Patreon Support is Requested! Our first Patreon podcast has bee...

In this episode, I speak with Matt Ross of Field of Hops Farm in Indiana. Matt share candidly his experience with a very rough first farrowing. I appreciate his willingness to share the hard times with us. I am inspired to hear how he bounced back from that, learned some vital lessons, and is pressing on to make his farm experience even better. Patreon Support is Requested! Our first Patreon podca...

In this episode, I talk with Tom Satkowski of East Willow Farm in Connecticut. Tom explains how they started farming with specific hobby intentions and how quickly it grew into a full time polyculture farm with onsite farm store. To learn more about East Willow Farm visit their website at eastwillowfarm.com Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast (and other efforts - s...

In this episode, I talked with Robert Jean of Shale Ridge Farm in PA. Robbie is positioned well with access to his family farm but his drive and determination and really going to allow him to take it to the next level. Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast (and other efforts - see below) through our NEW Patreon account. If we can garnish enough support, I think we ca...

In this episode, I talk with Patrick Milligan from Milligan Ranch in New Mexico. Patrick has a VERY interesting story of how he jumped head first into pig farming. A global pandemic shut his business down overnight. He had to adjust and adjust quickly. For more information about Milligan Ranch, check out Milliganranchnm.com . To submit podcast topics or to request to be on the podcast, visit redto...

Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast (and other efforts - see below) through our NEW Patreon account. If we can garnish enough support, I think we can roll out some great new features for the podcast and beyond. https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig Below is the transcript of some of the features I am proposing: In 2021 I want to take the Podcast to the next level...

In this episode, I speak with Nathan Allanach with All Family Farm in New York. Nathan has a love for pastured pigs and a love to support fellow veterans. I hope you enjoy the details of his pastured pig operation. Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast (and other efforts - see below) through our NEW Patreon account. If we can garnish enough support, I think we can ro...

In this episode, I speak with Matt Duncan of 3D Farms of Judsonia in Arkansas. Matt just got started in pastured pigs on 2019 but had a great response from customers and remarkable growth in the short period of time. His expansion into 2021 looks very promising as well.   If you would like to know more about us here at Red Tool House Farm or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, visit...

In this episode, I talk with Scott Newman, a veteran, who is just getting started with pastured pigs. We discuss the challenges he has faced so far as well as his desire to help other vets break into farming.  If you would like to know more about us here at Red Tool House Farm or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, visit us at: http://redtoolhouse.com

In this episode, I speak with Owen McAteer with McAteer Farms in beautiful Capon Bridge, WV. As a fellow West Virginian, Owen and I stuck up a great conversation about pastured pigs and various other topics within that genre. If you would like to know more about Owen's farm, check him out on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/McAteerFarms   If you would like to know more about us here at Red Too...

In this episode, I talk with regulatory veterinarian, Dr. Michelle Pfannenstiel about food safety on the farm. She offers some incredible insight to help pastured pork producers understand food safety and best practices to put in place to help keep our customer safe and keep the gov out of business. Check out her information at foodsafetyuniversity.com .    For more information about our farm, che...

In this episode, we have Carl Blake back on to give us some updates as to what is going on in the industry and what products and services he is developing as well. Below are the links where you can find information about Carl's products and events: https://americanhotbox.com/ Rustik Rooster Farms If you would like to know more about us here at Red Tool House Farm or would like to suggest topics fo...

In this episode, we talk with a fellow podcaster. Brian Wells of 3B Farms has a podcast called The Homestead Journey. Brian and his family raise American Guinea Hogs on their farm in upstate New York. To learn more about them, visit thehomesteadjourney.net .   If you would like to know more about our farm, Red Tool House, or would like to suggest future podcast topics, visit redtoolhouse.com .

In this episode, I talk with Rodney Adams with Revival Farmstead. Rodney explains how they raise pig on a hybrid pasture/deep litter method on 5 acres. Rodney also explains what it is like raising pigs just 30 minutes outside of Dallas, TX in the heart of cattle country. If you want to know more about Revival Farmstead, revivalfarmstead.com .   Want to know more about Red Tool House Farm, visit re...

In this episode, I talk with Matthias Pitts of Hares and Harrows Farmstead. He explains how they switch from polyculture setup with livestock to focusing primarily on pigs after moving to a new tract of land that seemed better suited for pigs.  If you would like to know more about his farm, check out www.haresandharrowsfarmstead.com . Want to suggest topics for future episodes or be a guest on our...

In this episode, I discuss the need for a good cut sheet to use with your processor. Cut sheets are vital in communicating your desires for how you want an off-farm processor to handle your hog(s). Poor communication can disappoint everyone and can cost you money and customers. To view our Red Tool House cut sheet, click here . For more information about Red Tool House or to suggest interview topi...

In this episode, I speak with Julie Friend from Wildom Farm in Deep Creek, Maryland. Julie is just getting started with farming and pastured pigs. She has an interesting back story that I think you all will enjoy.  You can find her on Instagram @wildomfarm If you would like to learn more about Red Tool House or if you would like to make suggestions for future episodes of this podcast, please visit...

In this episode, I talk with Jake Miller from Outwest Farms in Oklahoma. Jake shares his setup where he incorporates his hogs in a rotational process with beef, chicken, and sheep. He also shares their experiences and desire to grow his pastured operation in order to meet expanding demand. If you would like to know more about us here at Red Tool House Farm or would like to suggest topics for futur...

In this episode, I talk with Carl Blake about his endeavors over the past year as well as his take on how Covid has affected the pastured pig market. Carl provides his usual insight into current events and provides suggestions for all of us moving forward. For more information about his hot box, check out:   https://americanhotbox.com/   If you would like to know more about us here at Red Tool Hou...

In this episode, I talk with Chuck Lewis from Sheraton Park Farms in Greensboro, North Carolina. Chuck tells some great stories of how he and his wife jumped head first into farming and pastured pigs especially. I think you will enjoy Chuck's great sense of humor and positive attitude toward his work. Be sure to check out his Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEx34P7EmFhvM5FlgKx...

In this episode, I talk with Raychell Libby from Fervor Farm. Her farm is located in Hollis, ME. Her polyculture farm allows her to provide farm products to the people in and around Portland, Maine.  Check out her website at: fervorfarm.com Or find her in instagram @fervorfarm If you would like to know more about us here at Red Tool House Farm or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, v...

In this episode, we talk in detail about the PRIME Act and what it could mean for pastured pork operations and smaller processors. Below is the list of resources I used in this discussion. Press Release announcing the PRIME Act -  https://massie.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/representatives-massie-and-pingree-introduce-bipartisan-prime-act-to-empower HR 2859 details and movement in Congress: h...

In this episode, I discuss the current situation covid-19 is causing in the national pork supply. How will this issue affect pastured pork operations? How can we be better prepared for additional competition or a flood of low grade pork on the secondary market? Would love to hear your feedback on this topic. Comment by visiting our website and using the pastured pork contact form (link below) http...