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Our podcast discusses all things concerning raising pigs on pasture. From a small herd for personal consumption on the homestead to large scale commercial operations. We discuss the topics and talk to the producers.
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Thursday Jul 25, 2019
Thursday Jul 25, 2019
In this episode, we bring David Crafton of Six Oaks Farm back on the podcast to talk about breed selection and the importance of good genetics in your pig herd. His operation is one of the largest pastured pig operations in South Carolina. David is currently working on developing his own breed of pastured hog. If you would like to know more about his farm check out his website at sixoaksfarm.com.
If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit redtoolhouse.com or watch our videos on our youtube channel by clicking here. Click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link on our website to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.
Wednesday Jul 17, 2019
Wednesday Jul 17, 2019
In this episode, Heather Forthofer from Bittersweet Family Farm in Washington State. Heather shares details of their operation and raising heritage pork.
Visit http://bittersweetfamilyfarm.com to see details about their setup up.
If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit https://redtoolhouse.com Click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.
Wednesday Jul 10, 2019
Wednesday Jul 10, 2019
In this episode, we take a turn away from our typical pig producer interview and interview Butcher Pete who runs a mobile processing business in New Hampshire. We had a great conversation about processing and government regulations. Check out Butcher Pete on Facebook.
If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit redtoolhouse.com and click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.
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Wednesday Jul 03, 2019
Wednesday Jul 03, 2019
In this episode, we talk with April Prussia of Dorthy's Range in Wisconsin. April and her partner raise GOS, help restore prairie, and offer farm stays and catering services to provide various sources of income for their farm
Visit dorothysgrange.com to see pictures of their setup and prairie efforts.
If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit https://redtoolhouse.com Click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.
Wednesday Jun 26, 2019
Wednesday Jun 26, 2019
In this episode, we interview Nate Beaulac one of three partners at Prairie Creek Farms just outside of Tulsa, Oklahoma. They have been raising pigs on pasture for less than 3 years now but have experience rapid growth. Access to affordable land and a good business model have allowed them to expand in their market.
Visit Prairiecreek.farm to see details about their setup up and follow them on facebook and Instagram.
If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit https://redtoolhouse.com Click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.
Wednesday Jun 19, 2019
Wednesday Jun 19, 2019
In this episode, we interview Kate Osgood of Birch Rise Farm in New Hampshire. Kate has an interesting story in that she worked as a fashion merchandiser in a major metropolitan area before becoming a pig farmer. She and her husband Ken, along with their two young boys Hunter and Henry, raise pasture pork and poultry on their farm.
Visit http://birchrisefarm.com to see details about their setup up and follow them on facebook @birchrisefarm
If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit https://redtoolhouse.com Click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.
Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
In this episode, we interview David Crafton of Six Oaks Farm. His operation is one of the largest pastured pig operations in South Carolina. David ships pig all over the eastern part of the country and is currently working on developing a new pig breed. If you would like to know more about his farm check out his website at sixoaksfarm.com.
If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit redtoolhouse.com. Click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.
Wednesday May 29, 2019
Wednesday May 29, 2019
In this episode, we talk with Lindsey Koleszar who raises Kune Kune pigs on her farm near the Jersey Shore. She explains some of the benefits of raising a smaller breed and how it is less destructive on her pasture.
Lindsey currently doesn't have any social media or website presence, but I will add it to these notes if she does in the future.
Visit redtoolhouse.com to suggest new topics or guests for our podcast.
Thursday May 16, 2019
Thursday May 16, 2019
In our inaugural episode for the Pastured Pig Podcast, we interview a producer in Arkansas who started a little over 3 years ago with one pig and now has a large herd of 30 plus breeding sows on two farm.
Brian Rogers of Berkshire Prime Pork discusses in detail how he got started, how he was able to grow so rapidly, and some of the issues he faces with a multi-location operation.
For more information about Brian and Berkshire Prime Pork, visit https://www.berkshireprimepork.com/
If you would like to recommend a topic or suggest a guest for future episodes contact us at redtoolhouse.com/pasture-pig-podcast/
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