What lengths would you go to learn the knowledge needed to teach the next generation of shepherds? How could sheep hides allow your grazing business to stay afloat? Are there any benefits to having a mixed herd of goats and sheep?

In this episode of The Goat Grazing Podcast, Cole Bush from Shepherdess Land and Livestock details her travels overseas to learn from shepherds so that she can be the very best teacher for the next generation of shepherds. She also discusses the role sheep hides played in enabling her to establish her grazing business during the COVID-19 pandemic and explains why having a mixed herd of goats and sheep is so important.

Find her @

Instagram: @bcbshepherdess, @Shepherdess.land.and.livestock

Facebook: Shepherdess Land & Livestock Co

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Goat Grazing and Cole Bush

01:55 The Journey of Shepherdess Land and Livestock

01:57 Factors Influencing Job Pricing

50:31 Evaluating Job Complexity and Costs

53:00 Seasonal Pricing Strategies

55:27 Understanding Operational Costs

57:59 The H2A Program Explained

59:39 Logistics of Herders and Their Work Environment

01:03:22 The Grazing School of the West

01:07:08 Shepherdess Holistic Hides and Diversifying Income

01:22:16 Future Aspirations and Advice for Newcomers

How would you herd goats on a remote job where you can't take your trailers? Is there a way that goat grazing can help mitigate allergies? What goat and sheep breeds are the best suited for the job?

Listen to this episode of the Goat Grazing Podcast to learn how Amanita Berto, with Horned Locust Goat Scaping, and New Mexico Film Animals, operates an off-grid grazing operation using horses, dogs, and pure ingenuity to make New Mexico a better place.

Find her on Facebook @Horned Locust Remediation

and on Instagram @horned_locust_goatscaping

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Goat Grazing and Guest Introduction

02:44 Amanita's Journey in Goatscaping

05:07 The Business of Goat Grazing

07:24 Innovative Grazing Techniques

09:04 Managing Allergies and Environmental Impact

10:59 The Intersection of Goats and Film

13:29 The Benefits of Multi-Species Grazing

13:58 Diverse Grazing: Goats and Sheep Dynamics

16:35 Revenue Streams: From Grazing to Value-Added Products

19:20 Solar Grazing: Sustainable Practices in Renewable Energy

19:25 Insurance and Year-Round Grazing Management

20:46 Navigating Plant Toxicity: Grazing Safety

21:50 Future of Goatscaping: Education and Environmental Impact

23:17 Advice for Newcomers: The Realities of Animal Husbandry

In this episode of windshield time, Max shares some unfortunate news about one of the foundational government jobs that allows his goat grazing business to survive, and explains the importance of having backup jobs lined up to mitigate the risk of instances like this.

What are the benefits of solar grazing? How can agrovoltaics allow farmers to benefit from solar power farms? How can solar farms benefit from hiring graziers? What are some challenges that come with solar grazing?

In this episode, listen to Jess Gray as she answers all these questions. As a solar grazier and a member of the American Solar Grazing Association, she is uniquely qualified to shine light on this new and growing industry.

https://grayslambscaping.com/jess-gray/

Facebook @Gray's LAMBscaping

Instagram @grayslambscaping

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Goat Grazing Podcast

01:07 Exploring Solar Grazing with Jess Gray

01:55 The Concept of Solar Grazing

04:53 Understanding Agrivoltaics

08:38 The Role of the American Solar Grazing Association

11:45 Navigating Relationships with Solar Companies

15:28 Communication and Education on Solar Sites

19:37 The Corporate-Farming Interface

24:38 Barriers to Entry in Solar Grazing

28:04 Financial Aspects of Solar Grazing

31:09 Day-to-Day Operations in Solar Grazing

33:30 Navigating Challenges in Solar Grazing

38:30 Innovative Grazing Techniques and Site Management

43:22 The Future of Grazing Technology

46:30 Sheep Breeds and Genetic Management

49:21 The Role of Livestock Guardian Dogs

55:57 Diversifying Revenue Streams in Sheep Farming

01:00:31 Overcoming Barriers in Solar Grazing

01:02:12 The Sheep Empire Podcast and Community Engagement

01:04:20 Podcast Intro Video.mp4

In this episode of Windshield time, Max talks about how he is still able to graze in New Mexico despite the majority of the weeds being toxic.

What lengths would you go to to help prevent future devastation if your city in California suffered from the worst wildfire in its history? Would you buy hundreds of goats and start your own goat grazing company? Would you become a certified type one fire fighter to gain the proper knowledge to best help your customers?

In this episode of The Goat Grazing Podcast, listen and learn why Michael Leicht with Ventura Brush Goats decided to get into goat grazing, why he wants to keep adding more goats to his operation, and what he has learned so that he can best help his customers protect their homes from future fires.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Goat Grazing and Fire Mitigation

02:21 The Birth of Ventura Brush Goats

06:15 Impact of Recent Fires on Grazing Practices

08:49 Home Hardening and Defensible Space

11:49 Integrating Goats into Fire Prevention Strategies

18:06 Community Response During Wildfires

20:24 The Current State of Goat Grazing in California

23:59 Clientele and Market Dynamics

25:44 The Evolution of Targeted Grazing Awareness

29:29 The Future of Fire Mitigation and Grazing Practices

32:45 Operational Logistics of Ventura Brush Goats

42:02 Balancing Sheep and Goats in Grazing Operations

44:24 Managing Herds: Logistics and Challenges

45:58 Labor and the H2A Program: A Lifeline for Agriculture

49:51 Navigating Political and Economic Challenges in Grazing

52:16 The Role of Shepherds and Their Dogs

56:03 Innovative Grazing Techniques and Community Initiatives

01:03:04 Vineyard Grazing: A Sustainable Solution

01:07:12 Creating a Fire-Resilient Community in Ojai

01:10:37 Lessons from the Field: A Shepherd's Story

01:13:28 Advice for Aspiring Grazers

01:16:35 Podcast Intro Video.mp4

In this episode of windshield time, Max shares why he will no longer do overnight grazing on July 5th. Not grazing on July 4th is already one of the rules of his operation because the goats do not respond well to fireworks, but recent events taught him why he should extend that rule to July 5th.

What would it take to convince you to leave a job in corporate America and become a full-time goat grazier? How does keeping goats in a trailer at night work? If you have no land to keep goats, is there any way to start a goat grazing business?

In this episode of the Goat Grazing Podcast, Jennifer Zietler with Let's Goat Buffalo, answers these questions. She explains what inspired her to pursue goat grazing and how she managed to run her business despite her living situation. Additionally, she sheds light on the methods she uses to house her goats and explains why she chooses to trailer them at night.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Goat Grazing Podcast

01:29 Meet Jennifer Zeitler: A Goat Grazing Pioneer

02:49 The Journey from Beekeeping to Goat Grazing

06:49 The Viral Success of Goat Grazing Projects

10:45 Building a Goat Herd: From Borrowed Goats to a Community

13:49 Open Farms: A Space for Community and Healing

15:25 Transitioning from Corporate Life to Goat Grazing

18:19 The Value of Small-Scale Goat Grazing

21:56 Current Goat Herd and Grazing Practices

24:03 Goals of Goat Grazing Projects

26:32 Managing Poison Ivy and Other Irritants

28:22 Understanding Reactions and Business Dynamics

31:07 Managing Seasonal Work and Income Challenges

35:00 A Day in the Life of a Grazer

39:26 Innovative Grazing Practices and Community Engagement

43:21 Navigating Grazing Seasons and Job Pricing

47:27 Veterinary Care and Goat Management

51:34 Utilizing Local Resources for Goat Farming

52:34 Pricing Strategies for Grazing Services

55:15 Understanding Job Suitability for Goats

57:46 Assessing Plant Toxicity and Forage Density

01:00:42 Navigating Public Safety and Accessibility

01:03:27 Lessons from Entrepreneurial Experiences

01:07:24 The Future of Goat Grazing and Care Farming

01:19:26 Podcast Intro Video.mp4

In this episode of Windshield Time, Max discusses that new graziers need to understand that they are offering a service and must charge accordingly. There are many unseen costs that pop up in this business, such as replacing flat tires, and graziers must really get serious about factoring those costs into their pricing.

How does a woman, born to a cattle rancher, end up being oneof the pioneers of goat grazing in the United States? What would you do if you lost 350 goats in a single night to an ice storm? Do goats eat toxic vegetation? Can a grazing operation be successful if it is completely nomadic?

In this episode of the Goat Grazing Podcast, Lani Malmbergof Goat Green LLC and the Goatapelli Foundation, answers all of these questions. From how she came to be a goat grazier despite her upbringing, how she handledthe loss of her goats and insured it never happens again, and how she grazes 365 days a year in a completely nomadic goat grazing operation.

 You can find her websites at: https://goatapellifoundation.org/ https://goatseatweeds.com/ on Instagram athttps://www.instagram.com/goatgreenllc/and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/p/Goat-Green-LLC-100063781426693/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Goat Grazing Podcast

01:16 Lonnie Malmberg's Journey to Goat Grazing

06:34 Transition from Cattle Ranching to Goat Herding

12:10 The Growth of Goat Green LLC

17:33 Understanding Goat Grazing Services

20:58 The Lifespan and Work of Goats

21:26 The Art of Goat Herding and Fire Mitigation

23:53 Understanding Acreage and Forage Management

26:22 Bidding and Pricing Strategies in Goat Grazing

29:55 Unique Challenges in Urban Grazing Projects

32:06 Winter Management and Goat Care

38:54 The Nomadic Lifestyle of a Goat Herder

43:29 The GoToPelly Foundation: Educating Future Goat Farmers

48:34 Winter Challenges and Professional Services

48:58 Building a Sustainable Business with Goats

50:02 Training Structure and Seasonal Learning

51:47 Success Stories from the Program

53:17 Health and Management of Goats

54:37 Goats and Poisonous Plants: A Unique Relationship

56:18 The Role of Dogs in Goat Herding

56:46 Challenges with Livestock Guardian Animals

59:17 Predators and Their Impact on Goat Herds

01:01:49 Challenges in Scaling the Business

01:02:09 The Story of Zippy: A Beloved Border Collie

01:08:39 Spiritual Connections and Animal Relationships

01:10:25 Podcast Intro Video.mp4