The Farming Podcast

The Farming Podcast episodes:

• 09.09.2020

  Episode-158 End of Summer 2020 Farm Updates

  I discuss the progress on the farm for end of summer 2020. It’s been quite the year. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Earth’s Echo Farm Berta Flail Mower in Action Japanese Knotweed Honey Interesting solution for protecting...

  
• 08.19.2020

  Episode-156 Reducing Farm Costs

  Reducing and eliminating costs on your farm is critical for developing a profitable farm. Learn from Joel Salatin’s book You Can Farm how you can reduce your farm costs. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Wrong Direction Farm...

  
• 08.14.2020

  Episode-155 Building Productive Farm Systems

  In this episode I talk about how to build productive farm systems that make sense.  It’s time to get away from modern industrial factory farming and build systems that work. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Walnut Hill...

  
• 08.12.2020

  Episode-154 Farming With The Seasons

  In this episode I discuss the importance of farming with the seasons. I also talk about goal setting and the importance of multiple goals. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Valley Ridge Farms You Can Farm by Joel...

  
• 08.11.2020

  Episode-153 August 2020 Farm Updates

  What I’ve been up to on the farm the past month: ATV repairs, beekeeping, failed splits, hawks and chickens, cattle and more. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Walnut Grove Farm in Siloam Springs, Arkansas How to Introduce...

  
• 07.31.2020

  Episode-152 Healthy Farms Don’t Stink

  Healthy farms don’t stink. Learn about natural ways to sanitize your farm and keep your land and animals healthy. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Bob’s Beef in Monroe, Washington You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Joel Salatin’s...

  
• 07.27.2020

  Episode-151 The Animal Powered Farm

  I discuss using animals to do the work for you on your farm rather than using expensive equipment and machinery. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Thousand Hills Farm in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania www.thousandhillsfarm.us Joel Salatin’s Farm Greg Judy...

  
• 07.24.2020

  Episode-150 Soapmaking On The Farm

  I discuss why you may want to make soap, and what I’ve learned from the process. Mentioned In The Show Farm of the Day: Peaceful Pastures in Hickman, Tennessee Soapcalc.net – Make Your Own Soap Recipes Pure Tallow Soap Recipe...

  
• 07.22.2020

  Episode-149 Why I Farm

  In this episode I share the my journey of how I ended up farming as well as the reasons why I farm.  I enjoyed recording this one and hope you do as well. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day:...

  
• 07.21.2020

  Episode-148 Water On The Farm

  Appropriate water infrastructure is critical for your farm’s success. There are many benefits of managing your farm’s water. Tune in to learn more. Mentioned In The Show Farm of the Day: Blue Sage Ranch in Big Horn, Wyoming Dramm Colorstorm...

  
• 07.16.2020

  Episode-147 Building A Diverse Farm

  I discuss the how’s and why’s of increasing ecological diversity on your farm.  Increasing diversity can improve your productivity and profitability as well as make a more beautiful and enjoyable farm. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Owens...

  
• 07.14.2020

  Episode-146 Why I Use Foundationless Frames In My Bee Hives

  In this episode I discuss why I use foundationless frames in my bee hives.  I explain the problems I had early on with foundationless frames, what I love about them, and tips for success with foundationless frames.   Mentioned in...

  
• 07.10.2020

  Episode-145 Advantages of Pasture Based Farming

  There are so many advantages to a perennial pasture based farm.  Learn how pasture based farming can make your operation more productive, profitable and enjoyable. Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Peaceful Meadows Farm in North Carolina 12...

  
• 07.09.2020

  Episode-144 July 2020 Farm Update

  Here are my updates from the farm for July 2020. Farm of the Day: Pleasant Valley Beef Mentioned in the Show High Tensile Wire Roller/Unroller Berta 34″ Flail Mower Tree/Post Puller Ventrac Tough Cut in Action Greg Judy’s Video on...

  
• 07.06.2020

  Episode-143 2 Secrets for Beekeeping Success

  In this episode I discuss 2 secret’s for beekeeping success that I learned from Michael Bush’s book “The Practical Beekeeper”.  Enjoy the show! Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Broad Arrow Farm The Practical Beekeeper by Michael Bush

  
• 07.03.2020

  Episode-142 How To Quit Your Job and Start Farming

  Quitting your job to start farming is not an easy thing to do. Checkout this episode for some practical tips on how to do it successfully. Mentioned in the show You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Farm of the Day:...

  
• 06.22.2020

  Episode-141 Creative Thinking On The Farm

  In this episode I talk about the importance of creative thinking on the farm. This is an important skill to have for a more productive and profitable farm. Mentioned In The Show You Can Farm by Joel Salatin Freeplane –...

  
• 04.13.2020

  Episode-140 Spring on the Farm Coronavirus Edition

  In today’s episode I talk about how the coronavirus has affected me and our farm.  I also talk about setting up security cameras for catching livestock predators and more. Mentioned in the Show My tech consulting business Garber Computer. Nourse...

  
• 02.04.2020

  Episode-139 A New Year On The Farm

  I give a 2020 update on my farming.  I talk about beef fat, tallow soap, and keeping wild birds out of your chicken house.  Enjoy the show! Mentioned in the Show Farm of the Day: Legacy Ranch in Oklahoma Tallow...

  
• 10.18.2019

  Episode-138 Loading Cattle The Easy Way

  Is there an easy way to load cattle? Yes. Loading cattle doesn’t need to be a stressful rodeo, unless you enjoy that. With the proper cattle, loading system and understanding of low stress handling techniques, loading cattle can be easy...

  
• 09.09.2019

  Episode-137 Summer Draws to a Close

  In today’s episode I talk about how the end of the summer is going on the farm. Custom grazing, limping steer, selling bulk beef and more.

  
• 08.14.2019

  Episode-136 Summer Finished Beef Results

  In this episode I share the results of my summer finished beef experiment.  Did finishing beef this summer result in high quality tasty beef?  Listen to the show to find out.  I also discuss my first year of custom grazing...

  
• 07.02.2019

  Episode-135 Summer Beef and Red Devon Cattle

  In this episode I discuss finishing cattle in the summer, loading cattle, and my visit to A.J. Oneil’s field day and grazing conference in Western PA. Mentioned on the Show Bud Box Sorting Gate Batt Latch Dave Hartman – Forage...

  
• 06.13.2019

  Episode-134 Swimming in Grass

  In this episode I talk about the spring explosion of grass growth on the farm, my experience with farmer’s markets, catching bee swarms and more.  Enjoy! Here is the link to the upcoming Grass Fed Grazing Field Day and Tour...

  
• 05.20.2019

  Episode-133 Visit from South Africa & Visit to Joel Salatin

  I talk about my weekend in March 2019 when Brian Karlsen visited me from South Africa.  I also talk about our trip to and tour of Joel Salatin’s Farm.  We learned a lot and had a great time!  Enjoy the...

  
• 05.06.2019

  Episode-132 Spring 2019 On The Farm

  In this episode I discuss cattle laneways, the appropriate time of year to butcher beef, honey bees and more.

  
• 03.21.2019

  Episode-131 Winter 2019 Farm Progress

  In this episode I discuss what I’ve been up to in Winter 2019. We discuss improving beef quality, how to ship beef, ducks and more.

  
• 12.14.2018

  Episode-130 How to Make a Small Farm Profitable

  Want to learn the keys to making a small farm profitable?  In this episode I discuss Dave Pratt’s article in the Stockman Grass Farmer about how to make a profit on a small farm.  It’s not as easy as simply...

  
• 12.10.2018

  Episode-129 Producing Tender Grass Fed Beef

  In today’s episode I talk about what I’ve learned about producing tender grass fed beef.  Learn how the end of our cattle season went and how our new loading system worked. It’s important to learn how to produce a product...

  
• 10.01.2018

  Episode-128 Summer 2018 on the Farm

  I’ve been up to a lot on the farm this summer.  Check it out in this episode.   Mentioned in Today’s Show Red Devon Cattle Member’s Program Bud Box Preifert Panels Pullerbear BCS Sickle Bar Mower Echo PAS System Allan...

  
• 06.05.2018

  Episode-127 Spring on the Farm and Member’s Program

  In this episode I introduce the member’s program and talk about what I’ve been up to this spring.  Tune in to hear about fence building, farm store, cattle search, chicks and more. Resources from this episode Join the Members Program...

  
• 04.30.2018

  Episode-126 Raising Chickens with Kunal Sampat

  Kunal Sampat of Sampat Farms and The Raising Backyard Chickens Course joins us for today’s show. We discuss how Kunal started raising chickens, tips for beginners and Kunal’s online course on how to raise backyard chickens. Enjoy the show!  ...

  
• 04.18.2018

  Episode-125 On Farm Store

  In today’s podcast I talk about what I’ve been up to on the farm.  We’ve passed our farm store inspection and will be open for business next week. I am working on a member’s program for the show which will...

  
• 04.09.2018

  Episode-124 Interview with Gary Fawcett of Kiwimana

  Gary Fawcett of the Kiwimana Buzz Beekeeping Podcast joins us for the first interview on The Farming Podcast.  Learn about how Gary started beekeeping and his advice for new beekeepers. Checkout Kiwimana The kiwimana Buzz Beekeeping Podcast Beekeeping How to...

  
• 03.21.2018

  Episode-123 A Snowy Start to Spring

  Show Notes for Today I am now self employed.  Scary, but super exciting.

  
• 01.17.2018

  Episode-122 Cold Weather and Spring Plans

  In today’s episode I talk about the cold weather we’ve been having, our spring plans, and why I’m proud of the products we produce.  Enjoy!   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or...

  
• 12.15.2017

  Episode-121 A Snowy December on the Farm

  We’ve already had significant snowfall on the farm. 

  
• 11.09.2017

  Episode-120 2017 Farm Harvest

  I this episode I talk about all the busyness of the 2017 fall harvest season.  Cattle butchering, loading cattle, bees and more.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a...

  
• 09.15.2017

  Episode-119 The End of Summer on the Farm

  In this episode I talk about the end of summer on the farm.  The farming year has been flying by and changes are coming to the farm soon.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to...

  
• 09.08.2017

  Episode-118 Cooler Days on the Farm

  In this episode I talk about what I’ve been doing on the farm now that the cooler days of summer are here.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a...

  
• 08.28.2017

  Episode-117 Late Summer Farming

  In this episode I discuss what I’ve been doing on the farm late summer 2017.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at...

  
• 08.21.2017

  Episode-116 Cattle Loading, Sweet Corn and Tea

  Tune in to hear about what I’ve been up to on the farm.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or...

  
• 08.11.2017

  Episode-115 Treating Bees for Mites Yes or No?

  In this episode I discuss the controversial topic of whether or not to treat your bees for varroa mites.  Enjoy!   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show...

  
• 08.04.2017

  Episode-114 Cattle Loading Ideas

  In this episode I discuss ideas for low cost cattle loading facilities.  I also talk about what I’ve been up to on the farm.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions...

  
• 07.28.2017

  Episode-113 Passive Solar Design on the Farm

  In this episode I discuss the importance of passive solar design on the farm. Sun Surveyor App Mentioned in Show – This app is amazing and worth every penny.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to...

  
• 07.21.2017

  Episode-112 The Long Days of Summer

  In this episode I talk about the long days of summer and how “isolation is the dream killer”.  It is very important to understand that in order to achieve your dreams you need the help of other people.   Thanks for...

  
• 07.14.2017

  Episode-111 Summer on the Farm

  In this episode I give updates of what I’ve been up to on the farm.  From hive inspections and beekeping mistakes to fishing and fence repair.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback...

  
• 07.07.2017

  Episode-110 Cattle Stocking Density and More

  In this episode of The Farming Podcast I talk about how many cattle can be stocked per acre and more about what I’ve been up to on the farm.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like...

  
• 07.01.2017

  Episode-109 A Busy June on the Farm

  I give an update on what’s been going on at the farm this busy June.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at...

  
• 06.22.2017

  Episode-108 Farm Update for May

  In this episode I discuss managing cattle in heat, fence maintenance, swarm capture, and more.   Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast.  If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at...