Pastured Pig Podcast

Episode 131 - High desert Silvopasture with Weidenthal Family Farm

This episode has a visiting SW Arizona to speak with Weedy Weidenthal. Weedy has a really exciting farm effort he is doing in the high desert of AZ utilizing his pigs to clear invasives and build soil with a deep litter method. We have a great conversation and he also shares some visuals of his setup that can be seen on the video version of the podcast.

Want to knkow more about Weedy? Find him on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089331914574

 

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Episode 130 - Silvopasture Consultants Focusing on Pastured Pig Farms

In this episode, I sit down with Austin Unruh to take a deep dive into silvopasture and the benefits of incorporating it into the farm. Austin and his team are expanding their consulting and design services to venture into the pastured pig world. We have a great conversation on the benefits of this practice.

For more information on his business, visit https://treesforgraziers.com/

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Episode 129 - Quitting an Insurance Agent Job to Go FULL TIME Pig Operation in Kentucky

In this episode, I talk with Justin Slaughter of Slaughter Family Farm in Kentucky. Just has a great story about pursuing his dream of farming and leaving the white color business world. The pandemic actually motivated him more to get his business rolling. Within just a few years, he has been able to establish enough revenue to provide for his family. If you want to know more about Justin and his farm visit https://slaughterfamilyfarm.com/

 

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Episode 128 - Detailed Breeding Operation on 10 acres in Indiana

In this episode, I talk with Taylor Brown from Hoosier Seedstock in Indiana. Taylor has a fantastic breeding operation setup on his 10 acres. We discuss the details of his farrowing schedule, breed selection, and income from sales of his piglets. For more information about his farm, find him on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/hoosierseedstock

His website is https://hoosier-seedstock.mailerpage.io/

Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.

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Episode 127 - Swine Nutrition - Free Feed Isn't Always the Best Feed

In this episode, I talk swine nutrition with Rob Dowdle of Dowdle Family Farms. Rob has done extensive research on exploring the nutritional value of certain feed sources including free feed access we can sometimes find like pumpkin, brewer's grain, dairy, etc. He focuses on the protein concentration and the lysine amounts for weight gain in pigs. 

You can find Rob on Youtube at:

https://www.youtube.com/@DowdleFamilyFarms

 

Come join us at the homesteading-ish conference this September 13th and 14th in Charleston WV.

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Episode 126 - One Year into a SARE Grant for Raising Pigs in the Woods

In this episode, we revisit with Charles Lafferty to discuss the one year mark (halfway point) of his SARE grant. Charles shares the successes and challenges of the first year with pigs in the woods. You can find out more about his efforts at:

skylinepastures.com

Check out his Youtube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/@skylinepastures8445

 

Come join us at the homesteading-ish conference this September 13th and 14th in Charleston WV.

https://homesteading-ish.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

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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:

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Episode 125 - Developing the Ideal Automatic Pig Feeding and Watering System

In this episode, I talk with Ross Lewis a young farmer in Virginia. Ross is a civil engineer and has used his design knowledge to come up with a pretty ingenious automatic feeding and watering system for his breeding stock. We will describe it in this audio podcast but the link to his Youtube video explaining it below.

Ross's Youtube Video

Hickory Faith Farm Facebook

 

Come join us at the homesteading-ish conference this September 13th and 14th in Charleston WV.

https://homesteading-ish.com/

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Episode 124 - Raising and Registering Idaho Pasture Pigs at White Bison Farm

In the episode, I talk with Dave and Jodi Cronauer from White Bison Farm in northern Wisconsin. They have a lot going on at their farm including raising bison for meat, GypsyVanner Horses (not for meat), and Idaho Pastured Pigs (those are for meat). They also maintain the IPP nation registry. To learn more about them, visit their website:

https://whitebisonfarm.com/

 

Come join us at the homesteading-ish conference this September 13th and 14th in Charleston WV.

https://homesteading-ish.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

Please consider supporting us on Patreon:

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:

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Episode 123 - Step by Step Instructions on How to Start a Hog Roasting Business with Carl Blake

In this episode, I talk with Carl Blake about his new book Pork For Profit: The Business of Whole Hog Roasting. This book is a comprehensive step by step guide on how to build and manage a hog roasting business. This is a great side gig for pastured pig farms or can even be a full time gig in some areas. Be sure to check out his book on Amazon here is the link https://amzn.to/4bhrdWF

Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.

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Please consider supporting us on Patreon:

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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/

Episode 122 - Overcoming Farrowing Issues and Other Challenges for a First Year Farmer

In this episode, I talke with Brian MacFarland of Five Forks Farm in Bruceton Mills, WV. Brian and his wife are just at the one year mark of having pigs on pasture. Farrowing has been tough for them the last year, but they are using these experiences to grow and hone their craft when it comes to raising pigs. Brian shares his "failures" in a honest and open manner. I hope this will be beneficial and encouraging to other just starting their pastured pig journey.

Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.

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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:

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