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In this episode, I talk with Clay Price of Price Family Farm. We discuss his setup but get into some details about his unique approach to selling Whole and Half hogs and beef.  Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I talk with Abigail Laubacher of Laubacher Acres in PA. Abigail tells a bit about her farm setup but we spend the core of the conversation talking about the issues of farm debt. She has a USDA background and saw first hand how debt can practically enslave farmers.  https://www.facebook.com/Laubacheracres   Join Us May 22nd in Grady, NC for Sheraton Park Farms Pastured Pig Workshop. I have been invited to be a guest presenter that day. For more info visit: https://www.sheratonparkfarms.com/events1/pastured-pig-workshop-2022   Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I talk with Matt Hardy of Rust Hill Ranch in Minnesota about how he and his family left the city during the unrest and pandemic situations and moved to a more rural setting where he started his farming endeavors with chickens and pigs. It is a great story of how overcoming the fear of uprooting and starting over.  oin Us May 22nd in Grady, NC for Sheraton Park Farms Pastured Pig Workshop. I have been invited to be a guest presenter that day. For more info visit: https://www.sheratonparkfarms.com/events1/pastured-pig-workshop-2022   Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I talk with Andrew Bryant fromPlane View Farm in Missouri. He shares how they had to step away from farming for a while due to a family illness and are now ramping back up their operation. Andrew also share some of the details behind the unique name of their farm. Runway pigs anyone?   Join Us May 22nd in Grady, NC for Sheraton Park Farms Pastured Pig Workshop. I have been invited to be a guest presenter that day. For more info visit: https://www.sheratonparkfarms.com/events1/pastured-pig-workshop-2022   Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I speak with Walter Jeffries from Sugar Mountain Farm. If you have been in pasture pigs for even a little while you have most likely heard of Walt or you have found yourself on his website as it is an incredible resource for pastured pig information. Walter has an incredible setup in Vermont that includes an onsite processing facility that he operates and manages himself. For more info about him, check out Sugar Mountain Farm. Join Us May 22nd in Grady, NC for Sheraton Park Farms Pastured Pig Workshop. I have been invited to be a guest presenter that day. For more info visit: https://www.sheratonparkfarms.com/events1/pastured-pig-workshop-2022   Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Hans Koehnk and Paul Skartvedt of Arkolabs. We discuss establishing a vaccine regimen with your pastured pig herd. Hans and Paul offer some insight into the history of their company and discuss the benefits and application of their products. For more information, visit http://www.arkolabs.com/ Paul also forwarded information on a gel product that will help get vaccines into piglets still nursing. https://www.asp-inc.com/underline/   Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I speak with Mollie Smith-Steffey about her farm in south western Virginia. Similar to us, she is raising hogs on steep Appalachian slope and addressing the challenges that come from that topography. To learn more about her farm visit https://www.facebook.com/copper.mule.75/  instagram:@thecopperpennyfarm Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig   We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I speak with Jennifer Hutchens with Cabbage Branch Farm in North Carolina. Jennifer had to make an abrupt change in her farm business when the pandemic cause her equine work to come to a screeching halt. Here how she was able to adjust by adding pastured pigs to her farm business. For more info on Cabbage Branch Farm visit https://www.facebook.com/cabbagebranchfarm   Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website that is live!  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig   We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

In this episode, I talk with Pork Rhyne who is a self proclaimed pork evangelist. I love his attitude and approach to not only pig farming but life in general. I think you will be encouraged by this discussion. It is very fitting at the end of 2021. Check out the NEW Pastured Pig website going live the first week of January 2022.  https://thepasturedpig.com/ Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig   We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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 talk with Rob Dowdle of Dowdle Family Farms. Good Conversation was had about how he is balancing his dad’s beef operation with his regenerative model. He discusses the benefits of the lay of the land with old cotton fields and some great woodlot. He is just getting a breeding pair of mangalitsa so it will be interesting to see how that works out for him. WE REACHED OUR FIRST PATREON BENCHMARK! We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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 talk with AJ Granelli of Homegrown Pork and Poultry in South Dakota. AJ talks about his pastured pork set up and how he works with the people of the Pine Ridge Reservation to improve access to quality food. If you would like to know more about his farm, check out homegrownporkandpoultry.com Want to know more about Titan Equipment? Visit palletforks.com WE REACHED OUR FIRST PATREON BENCHMARK! We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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 talk with Ryan Kolodziej with Epic Nature in Wisconsin. Ryan has many irons in the fire when it comes to his pastured pig efforts one of which is his efforts in maintaining the Red Wattle breed line.    WE REACHED OUR FIRST PATREON BENCHMARK! We made it to 20 patrons on Patreon which allows us to expand the Pasture Pig Podcast to include a website and other digital presence.  Help us reach our next benchmark at 40 patrons. To learn more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig 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 interview JB Brown of Fredericktown Homestead in Ohio. JB has a unique story to share that spans over decades. I hope you enjoy hearing his stories as much as I did. If you would like to watch the video where I toured his farm, you can see it here. https://youtu.be/t5cJ0KtGaxI Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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 talk with Andy Walker of Walker Farms in MN. Andy shares details on the size and scope of his polyculture operation and how pastured pigs play a key role in the success of his farm. For more information, check out his marketing sites. ww.walkerfarmsmn.com  https://www.facebook.com/walkerfarmsmn  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyUHSQ8dhQtADl_MTgcPSXw   Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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 talk with Jamie Miles of 7 Stands Farm in North Carolina. Jamie has recently added pigs to his farming operation and shares how the first year has worked out for him and things he has learned from it. Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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 Kolin Buzerak with Starry Ridge Farm in New York. Kolin has a great setup on his farm with a variety of revenue producing endeavors. By utilizing established family farm land, he is able to experiment with function stacking to maximize potential. Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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 interview Mike Sherman with Sherman Farms in Ashland, MO. Mike actually had experience with pigs at an early age when his grandfather operated a confinement operation. Now Mike is trying his hand at pastured raising pigs and has had success with his approach.   Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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 talk with Dan Sullivan with Broad Arrow Farm in Bristol, Maine. Dan shares how his unique farm setup and value added service have given him greater success in his farming efforts. To learn more about Broad Arrow Farm, visit broadarrowfarm.com.   Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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 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 podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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

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 improving the sustainable agriculture model. For more information, visit rodaleinstitute.org   Patreon Support is Requested! Please consider supporting the podcast through our NEW Patreon account. In April 2021, we introduced podcast episodes for our Patreon members that take a deeper dive into specific topics. Our first series is on how to market your farm effectively. 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 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