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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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Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
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.
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:
Thursday Sep 09, 2021
Thursday Sep 09, 2021
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.
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:
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Monday Aug 16, 2021
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:
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
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:
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
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:
Wednesday Jun 23, 2021
Wednesday Jun 23, 2021
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:
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Friday Jun 11, 2021
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:
Wednesday May 26, 2021
Wednesday May 26, 2021
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:
Wednesday May 12, 2021
Wednesday May 12, 2021
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 been published. It takes a deep dive in how to do a farm cost analysis in order to properly set product pricing. The podcast also includes a downloadable spreadsheet you can use to track you own costs. These episode will be available to supporters of any level.
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:
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
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 podcast has been published. It takes a deep dive in how to do a farm cost analysis in order to properly set product pricing. The podcast also includes a downloadable spreadsheet you can use to track you own costs. These episode will be available to supporters of any level.
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: