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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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Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
In this episode, I talk with Scott Newman, a veteran, who is just getting started with pastured pigs. We discuss the challenges he has faced so far as well as his desire to help other vets break into farming.
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Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
In this episode, I speak with Owen McAteer with McAteer Farms in beautiful Capon Bridge, WV. As a fellow West Virginian, Owen and I stuck up a great conversation about pastured pigs and various other topics within that genre. If you would like to know more about Owen's farm, check him out on facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/McAteerFarms
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 Dec 02, 2020
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
In this episode, I talk with regulatory veterinarian, Dr. Michelle Pfannenstiel about food safety on the farm. She offers some incredible insight to help pastured pork producers understand food safety and best practices to put in place to help keep our customer safe and keep the gov out of business. Check out her information at foodsafetyuniversity.com.
For more information about our farm, check out redtoolhouse.com.
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
In this episode, we have Carl Blake back on to give us some updates as to what is going on in the industry and what products and services he is developing as well. Below are the links where you can find information about Carl's products and events:
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Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
In this episode, we talk with a fellow podcaster. Brian Wells of 3B Farms has a podcast called The Homestead Journey. Brian and his family raise American Guinea Hogs on their farm in upstate New York. To learn more about them, visit thehomesteadjourney.net.
If you would like to know more about our farm, Red Tool House, or would like to suggest future podcast topics, visit redtoolhouse.com.
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
In this episode, I talk with Rodney Adams with Revival Farmstead. Rodney explains how they raise pig on a hybrid pasture/deep litter method on 5 acres. Rodney also explains what it is like raising pigs just 30 minutes outside of Dallas, TX in the heart of cattle country.
If you want to know more about Revival Farmstead, revivalfarmstead.com.
Want to know more about Red Tool House Farm, visit redtoolhouse.com
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
In this episode, I talk with Matthias Pitts of Hares and Harrows Farmstead. He explains how they switch from polyculture setup with livestock to focusing primarily on pigs after moving to a new tract of land that seemed better suited for pigs.
If you would like to know more about his farm, check out www.haresandharrowsfarmstead.com.
Want to suggest topics for future episodes or be a guest on our podcast? visit redtoolhouse.com
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
In this episode, I discuss the need for a good cut sheet to use with your processor. Cut sheets are vital in communicating your desires for how you want an off-farm processor to handle your hog(s). Poor communication can disappoint everyone and can cost you money and customers.
To view our Red Tool House cut sheet, click here.
For more information about Red Tool House or to suggest interview topics for the podcast, visit redtoolhouse.com.
Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
In this episode, I speak with Julie Friend from Wildom Farm in Deep Creek, Maryland. Julie is just getting started with farming and pastured pigs. She has an interesting back story that I think you all will enjoy.
You can find her on Instagram @wildomfarm
If you would like to learn more about Red Tool House or if you would like to make suggestions for future episodes of this podcast, please visit redtoolhouse.com
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
In this episode, I talk with Jake Miller from Outwest Farms in Oklahoma. Jake shares his setup where he incorporates his hogs in a rotational process with beef, chicken, and sheep. He also shares their experiences and desire to grow his pastured operation in order to meet expanding demand.
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