Pastured Pig Podcast

EP152 - Maximizing Forage Options with Intentional Tree Planting

In this episode, I talk with Austin Unruh with Trees for Graziers. Austin was on the podcast a year ago discussing the topic of silvopasture for pigs. This year, we revisit this discussion and take a much deeper dive into the topic of intentional planting of a variety of trees to produce forage options throughout the season. For more information about Austin's company, visit https://treesforgraziers.com/

For more information about the pending conference at the Rodale Institute, visit https://treesforgraziers.com/product/beyond-grass-and-grain/

Books Austin Referenced:
Tree Crops by J. Russell Smith
Lesser Beasts: A Snout-to-Tail History of the Humble Pig by Mark Essig

Episode 151 - Producer, Processor, & Inspector - All in One Person

In this episode, I talk with Joshua Collins of Field and Forest Farm in Maine. Joshua is a small scale pork producer and offers custom on farm processing. His day job, however, is that of a state meat inspector for Maine. Josh brings some interesting insight to processing due to his experience. I think you will find this conversation very interesting and entertaining.

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Episode 150 - From Law Enforcement to Pastured Pigs with Valiant Farmstead

In this episode, I talk with Brenna Dorr who recently retired from a career in law enforcement and is now building a small farmstead with her family in central New York. Brenna talks about how her pigs have helped clear some overgrown forested areas as they work to build soil and remove undesirable plant species.

To learn more about Brenna's Farm visit https://www.instagram.com/valianthomeandfarmstead/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556970131509

 

SPONSOR: The 2nd Annual Homesteading-ish Conference https://homesteading-ish.com/

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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 149 - Revisit with Enos Family Farm: Experience with the Swabian Breed

In this episode, I revisit with Chris Enos of Enos Family Farm in Iowa. Chris was on the show in June of 2023 (Episode 103) and was about to transition the the Iowa Swabian Hall breed. He shares the successes and failures of having that breed and where he is headed next.

SPONSOR: The 2nd Annual Homesteading-ish Conference https://homesteading-ish.com/

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Episode 148 - Garbage Feeding to Reduce Feed Cost and Produce More Affordable Pork

In this episode, I talk with John Lengyel of Hogman Farms. John uses post consumer food waste as a primary source of feed for his hog operation. This process can be controversial in the pastured pig world, but John has some compelling arguments as to the benefits of this feeding method. We take a deep dive into how he manages the waste material along with all the details of state regulation associated with it. There are two videos on Youtube that document his setup.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfktSEpTHC8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h091gCrXQ1U

 

SPONSOR: The 2nd Annual Homesteading-ish Conference https://homesteading-ish.com/

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Episode 147 - Investment in On Farm Poultry Processing Pairs Well With Pastured Pigs

In this episode, I talk with Brandon Bowen of Bowen Family Farm in Georgia. Brandon and his family invested into becoming one of 6 on farm poultry processors in Georgia with the hopes of building a large on-farm poultry operation. Pairing that with pork and beef will help him cash flow better throughout the year as they scale up their operation. For more information check them out at:

https://bowenfamilyfarmga.com/

https://www.facebook.com/BowenFF

 

SPONSOR: The 2nd Annual Homesteading-ish Conference 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 146 - Developing a Great Side Hustle on 25 acres in NY

In this episode, I talk with Phil Cooper who has developed a great side hustle of raising pigs (and poultry) on 25 acres in upstate New York. Phil teamed up with his in-laws to take their homesteading level farm production of vegetables and other products and include protein sources from Turkey, chicken, and pigs. They manage a small herd of feeders each year and sell them in the fall for whole and half processing.

For more information his farm, you can find him at the facebook link attached.

SPONSOR: The 2nd Annual Homesteading-ish Conference https://homesteading-ish.com/

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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Episode 144 - The Meishan Breed and Why It Is So Spectacular

In this episode, I speak with Jonathan Kemmerer and Laura Jensen from the American Meishan Breeders Association on why the Meishan breed is so desirable. For more information on the breed check out:

Website: https://www.meishanbreeders.com/

Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/the-meishan-pigcast/episodes/Best-Breeding-Practices-for-the-Meishan-Pig-e2ugti5

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@americanmeishanbreedersass8952

SPONSOR: The 2nd Annual Homesteading-ish Conference 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 144 - Symbiotic Farming with Pigs, Beef, Sheep, and an on-farm Brewery in Quebec

In this episode, I talk with Ryan Allen of McAllen Farm and Brewery in Quebec, Canada. Ryan is a 7th generation farmer on the same land his ancestor's settled. As he took over the farm, he added pigs and the brewery to the farm with all ingredients for the brewery coming from the farm. Spent grains are fed back to the pigs and beef and help develop a great sustainable model for his operation. Find them on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/p/Macallen-Ferme-et-Brasserie-100046434972035/

SPONSOR: The 2nd Annual Homesteading-ish Conference 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:

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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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Ep143 - Call Upon the Name of the Lard for Healthy Skin

In this episode, I talk with Charles Mayfield of Farrow skincare products. Charles has taken his farming experience and turn it into a thriving skincare product company. We talk about the benefits of lard and how we as a society have deviated so much from using the pig for so many of our daily needs.

If you would like to learn more about Charles and his products, visit https://farrow.life.

SPONSOR: Red Tool House Store - https://store.redtoolhouse.com/

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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