Podcasts about american guinea hogs

This week, we sent our last remaining American Guinea Hogs off to their new home in Michigan .  It is a bittersweet day for us.  And while a lot of thought went into making this decision, it is very easy to second guess "quitting" something.  And, so on this episode I remind you (and myself) that it is ok to quit things.  In fact, sometimes the best thing we can do for ourselves is to move onto something else.  On this episode, I discuss 5 reasons why we might want to quit things:1. You don't like it.  2. You don't need it. 3. You don't want to do it.  4. You can't do it. 5. You want to do something else.  Quitting doesn't have to be forever. sometimes it's "not now, but maybe later......" Whether it's a permanent quit or it's just a pause, it's ok to quit things, to shift gears, to do something else.  It may feel uncomfortable.  It may affect your how your perception of yourself.  It might affect how others perceive you.   But, it's STILL ok to quit things.  Don't be afraid to be a quitter.  Enjoy!!BrianSupport the showhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/bloghttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletterhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/supporthttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/c/TheHomesteadJourneyhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

This week Basil had a litter of piglets.  On Saturday, I did my initial evaluation and thought that it might be helpful for me to explain what I look for in a pig.  So, on this episode I talk about the things that are important to me as a breeder.Here is a link to this week's Five Minute Friday.I also mention The Livestock Conservancy and The American Guinea Hog Association.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.netSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/the.hjp)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/the.hjp)

If you’re considering buying land and starting a homestead, or even moving an existing homestead to a new property, this podcast is one you'll want to tune into to learn what to look for and things to be aware of BEFORE you buy. Today's episode is with Cathy Paine, who I interviewed all about raising American Guinea Hogs, and she's chatting with me, sharing all her insight into what you need to know when buying a homestead.  For more information and shownotes visit melissaknorris.com/303.

Today is a Friday so we have an interview show today with Cathryn R. Payne, author of History of a southern pig. She will talk about raising American Guinea Hogs, along with some of their historical connections on today’s show. Announcements I will be on the road next week, so we will just have a Monday show Facebook Experiment Update Show Resources GuinaeHogBooksguineahogbooks.com/store History of a Southern Pig -- the book. https://www.amazon.com/Saving-Guinea-Hogs-Recovery-Homestead/dp/1733593209 Instagram and Twitter @guineahogbooks Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Book1GuineaHogBooks Author page for Catheryn R Paynehttps://www.amazon.com/Cathy-R.-Payne/e/B07QCMTZPF Main content of the show Cathy R. Payne is the award-winning author of Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed. After a 33-year teaching career, she decided at age 57 to leave suburbia and start a sustainable farm in rural Georgia. She specialized in nutrient-dense foods and heritage livestock breeds. She became well-known in the heritage breed community. When she started researching the Guinea Hog breed, she hit a brick wall regarding its history and set out to write a book about it herself. She now lives in Athens, Georgia, writes about heritage breeds, and promotes the breeds on The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List. Interview Make it a great week! GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.   Community Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja

This last year we raised American Guinea hogs for the very first time. Today I'm sharing our experience in raising them, how we liked the meat, the pros and cons of raising this breed, what the final price per pound was, and our conclusion on whether we'll raise them again in future years. This is the follow up from my previous podcast episode (episode #282) all about raising American Guinea Hogs. For more information and shownotes visit melissaknorris.com/294.

In my 43 years of living on God's green earth, I am sure I have received thousands of gifts. Some have been large and some have been small. Some have been expensive and some have not cost a lot of money. But, there is one gift in particular that has meant more than any gift I have ever received. It wasn't large. It wasn't expensive. But, I cherish like I no other.I hope you enjoy this story. I trust you had a Merry Christmas and that your New Year is a blessed one.Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

On this episode I am privileged to be joined by Troy McClung from the Pastured Pig Podcast (You may remember that I was honored to be a guest on that show a couple of weeks ago) and from The Red Toolhouse Youtube channel. Troy is a wealth of homesteading knowledge. In particular, he focuses on pastured pigs and timber management (something I don't think any other homesteading YouTube channel does at all let alone as well as Troy does it.) Along with his wife Kelly (who should be nominated for sainthood) and their two sons, they have been building a homestead on the hills and hollers of West Virginia (NOT to be confused with Western Virginia). It was a joy and a privilege to talk to Troy about how they got started homesteading, the joys and successes, the sorrows and failures, and really everything else in between. We also talked some about their vision for the future which I think is pretty remarkable. You can find out more about Troy and his family at https://redtoolhouse.com/ where you will also find links to all of their social media accounts.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

When it is processing time and I post pictures on Facebook or Instagram, one of the things I hear a lot from people is, "I don't know how you can raise animals and then eat them." I see many homesteaders in groups who struggle with the emotions that come from processing animals or losing animals to disease or natural causes. I have shared with you before some of the emotions that I struggle with. I have told you how it bothers me when I drop animals off to be processed, and how in part that is because I want to be the one to do the deed. I have told you how it bothers me when I dispatch rabbits and chickens and pigs on the homestead. I have also shared with you my firm resolution that the day it no longer bothers me is the day I get rid of my animals.Unfortunately, sometimes other homesteaders on some of the groups and forums are less than supportive as we deal with these emotions. Sometime we face the wrath of vegans/vegetarians who try to guilt us into not eating meat any longer. Old timers who think we are a wusses for caring. Or those who have belittled us for taking animals to be processed and not doing it ourselves.I have also seen others who maybe lost an animal to mistake or disease or something else be taken to the woodshed as they wrestled with trying to figure out what went wrong and what they a could do differently. Certainly none of that is helpful when dealing with death on the homestead. So, today's episode is a (hopefully) judgement free zone on how I deal with death on the homestead. Hopefully, this will help you as well. Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

We are heading into that time of the year when the days are short and the nights are long. It can be cold and snowy and dreary. My guess is that if I were to do a poll of homesteaders, for many, their least favorite season would be winter. On this episode, we talk about embracing the suck; how maybe a difference in perspective can help with the winter blues on the homestead. I also bring you up to speed on what we've been doing on 3B Farm and Homestead this week.Enjoy!!BrianDon't forget about our giveaways this month.We will be giving away some HJP Merch, including some mugs from http://www.creekroadpottery.com as well as some T-shirts from our new TeeSpring shop. You can enter to win by doing the following:Enter to win by sharing The Homestead Journey Podcast on social media using #TheHomesteadJourneyPodcastBy leaving us a review on your preferred podcasting platform and emailing me @ Brian@TheHomesteadJourney.netBy going to http://giveaway.thehomesteadjourney.net/birthday and signing up.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.netHappy Birthday Song / Happy, Background (No Copyright Music) Video Link: https://youtu.be/2lyz4q-Zrpk

Up until a year ago, I didn't even know about this specific breed of hogs, how they differ from the modern breeds, and how to raise them. But after reading "Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed" by Cathy Payne, I was so excited to get started. Join me as I chat with Cathy in today's Pioneering Today Podcast, Episode #282, all about the American Guinea Hog. For more information, or to read the podcast transcript, visit melissaknorris.com/282.

I am sure that none of us thought 2020 would turn out to to be like this. Quite frankly, it has sucked. But, on this episode, we talk about the things that I am thankful for, even in the middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic. I count my blessings. What blessing do you have? Don't forget about our giveaways this month.We will be giving away some HJP Merch, including some mugs from http://www.creekroadpottery.com as well as some T-shirts from our new TeeSpring shop. You can enter to win by doing the following:Enter to win by sharing The Homestead Journey Podcast on social media using #TheHomesteadJourneyPodcastBy leaving us a review on your preferred podcasting platform and emailing me @ Brian@TheHomesteadJourney.netBy going to http://giveaway.thehomesteadjourney.net/birthday and signing up.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net Happy Birthday Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laPhvAZ_2m4 Website: https://www.luckysevenswing.com

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.

On this week's episode I give you an update on this year's experiment with the Ruth Stout gardening method; what went well, what didn't go so well and what we plan on doing different next year.Don't forget about our giveaways this month.We will be giving away some HJP Merch, including some mugs from http://www.creekroadpottery.com as well as some T-shirts from our new TeeSpring shop.You can enter to win by doing the following:Enter to win by sharing The Homestead Journey Podcast on social media using #TheHomesteadJourneyPodcastBy leaving us a review on your preferred podcasting platform and emailing me @ Brian@TheHomesteadJourney.netBy going to http://giveaway.thehomesteadjourney.net/birthday and signing up.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

On this week's episode I am joined by my two favorite homesteaders in the entire world, my mom and dad, Rod and Cora Wells. We talk about our family history, what they are doing on their 1 acre homestead as well as what homesteading means to them. On this episode I also talk about the geese and ducks we processed this weekend. Here are the links to the recipes we used.https://www.almanac.com/recipe/roast-goosehttps://www.marthastewart.com/907162/roast-duck-101 Don't forget about our giveaways this month.We will be giving away some HJP Merch, including some mugs from http://www.creekroadpottery.com as well as some T-shirts from our new TeeSpring shop.You can enter to win by doing the following:Enter to win by sharing The Homestead Journey Podcast on social media using #TheHomesteadJourneyPodcastBy leaving us a review on your preferred podcasting platform and emailing me @ Brian@TheHomesteadJourney.netBy going to http://giveaway.thehomesteadjourney.net/birthday and signing up.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

A couple of months ago, I ran across this post on the artofmanliness.com website. I immediately thought about how what they were saying could apply to homesteading. If we are not careful, we can homestead not based on our plans or our desires, but based on what everyone else is doing or what everyone else thinks we should be doing.SO, on this episode, I give you some of the strategies that I used to do my best to avoid the auto-suggested homestead.On this episode I also talk about some of the things we are doing to celebrate the 1 year anniversary of the show. We will be giving away some HJP Merch, including some mugs from http://www.creekroadpottery.com as well as some T-shirts from our new TeeSpring shop.You can enter to win by doing the following:Enter to win by sharing The Homestead Journey Podcast on social media using #TheHomesteadJourneyPodcastBy leaving us a review on your preferred podcasting platform and emailing me @ Brian@TheHomesteadJourney.netBy going to http://giveaway.thehomesteadjourney.net/birthday and signing up.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://teespring.com/stores/thehomesteadjourneypodcastBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

One of the most common questions I am seeing in the Facebook groups and, homesteading forums goes like this. "Help. I just closed on my new homestead. Where do I start?" Now. Let me first start by saying this. It is natural and normal to feel a bit overwhelmed at this point. You've had these dreams of having a homestead and these dreams are starting to become realized, and reality sets in. And quite frankly, I don't think it matters whether or not you're brand new to homesteading or you're an experienced homesteader, relocating to another piece of property, starting a homestead from scratch can be overwhelming.My first piece of advice is simply this. Take a deep breath. Homesteading is a marathon. It is not a sprint. And the temptation is going to be there. To try to do too much. You want to raise all the things you want to grow, all the things you want to do, all the things. But take a deep breath. Physically and figuratively, but take a deep breath. Do not try to do too much. But, after that, every homestead journey is going to look different. There is no cookie cutter 5 steps to starting a homestead plan.So, on this episode we talk about some of the reasons why there is no such thing but also some of the things that maybe every homesteader should think about when getting started.Enjoy!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

A couple of weeks ago, I had a listener reach out to me and ask what we did for watering during the winter. Watering animals during the winter when you live in an area where it gets cold and stays cold for a long period of time is a challenge. How do we deal with the winter watering woes here on the homestead? On this episode, I share with you some of the things we have tried so far on our homestead to deal with the WWW and what we will be trying this coming year. And, if you have any better solutions to the problem, I'd be happy to share them with the world and give you all the credit.Here is a link to the video from the MIndful Homestead that I talked about.Enjoy,Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

There is no question that we currently live in a very polarized society. We are polarized politically and culturally. Throw in the COVID-19 pandemic and a contentious presidential election and it feels like things are almost at a boiling point. Relationships with both friends and family are being fractured as a result. On Friday afternoon, I witnessed a motorcycle accident as I was getting ready to pull out of my driveway, returning to work after my lunch break. What I witnessed in the aftermath is that none of that stuff mattered. People didn't care whether or not the rider was Democrat or Republican or Libertarian or Independent. People didn't care whether he was pro-Trump or pro-Biden. No one cared about his positions on hot button topics such as abortion, guns, drugs, or war. None of that mattered. People saw a human being in need and rallied to fight for his life. These are my reflections as I have been processing this over the weekend.I also share with you the exciting trip we took to pickup our newest boar, Boris. Trust me when I tell you that getting him loaded into the trailer was a ADVENTURE.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

The old adage is that good fences make good neighbors. There perhaps isn't an animal with the exception of goats where that rings truer than with pigs. On today's episode we talk about some of the things you should take into consideration with regards to fencing as well as different fencing strategies. As always, enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enhttps://www.reddit.com/user/thehomesteadjourney/Brian@thehomesteadjourney.net

This week I had a listener contact me on our Facebook page and ask me about the types of shelters we use for our pigs here on 3B Farm and Homestead. So, I decided to shoot some video with this week's episode and not only tell you about the types of shelters we use, but also show you the shelters we use. But, before we jump into that, we talk about some of the things you should consider before building a pig shelter; type of pigs quantity of pigs environmental considerations mobility needsEnjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

There’s part of me that feels guilty that I’m not a four season gardener. Honestly, I’m not sure that I’m anything more than a summer gardener. But, I’m starting to be ok with that. This year I started feeling the pressure to be a multi season gardener. In part, I think it was the pandemic. I had this incredible urge to grow as much food as possible. To grow as if our lives depended on it. Because, well, maybe they did. I also felt pressure to be a multi-season gardener because I saw a lot of other people doing it. People planting spring gardens and then summer gardens and then fall gardens. But, as the frost hit this weekend, instead of feeling sadness, I honestly felt a sense of relief. I realized something; I’m ready for gardening to be over. I’m done with shutting off canners at 2 AM. I’m sick of having a table of semi-ripe tomatoes in the back window. I’m done with tripping over canners and rings and such. I’m done. Until the spring. Maybe you feel the same way. It's ok. Enjoy the pep talk in this week's podcast!! Enjoy! Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

One of the positive things from COVID is that people are waking up to the fact that the system is broken. Now, some of us have been waking up to that fact for awhile. That certainly doesn’t make us smarter/wiser/etc. All of us come from different backgrounds with different life experiences and perspectives. The fact is, sometimes you cannot see a problem until you are directly impacted. And this year, for the first time ever, many people were confronted by the brokenness of the system.So, why do I say that is a good thing? Well, the old adage is "The first step to solving a problem is to acknowledging that there IS a problem." In 2020, many of us have taken that first step to admit that there is a problem; the system is broken.On this episode we talk about ways the system is broken and how that relates to homesteading. And we talk about steps that we can take as homesteaders to be a part of the solution. I also give you a dose of sheer honesty: this week, I struggled with motivation here on the homestead. I was (and maybe still am) in a funk. But, we got through it and I share with you what I was able to get accomplished on the homestead.Here are the two links I promised.https://roguefoodconference.comLiving Traditions Homestead Tomato VideoEnjoy! Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

This coming week would have been our county fair. Like so many county fairs across the country, it has been cancelled due to COVID-19. You have no idea how bummed that makes me feel. I absolutely LOVE our fair. I love the sights, the sounds, the smells, the exhibits, the shows, the demolition derby, and of course, the food!!! Alas, this year, it's not to be.But, on this episode I share with you some of the reasons why we participate in our fair and why I think you might want to consider participating in yours, even if it's not going to be until 2021. Some of the reasons I think homesteaders should consider taking part are:Good for kids: responsibility, affirmation, learn more about their animals, etc.Great way to connect with other like minded peopleGreat way to introduce others to the lifestyle (or at least components of the lifestyle) and educate people on why raising your own food is a good thingValidationFunGreat way to advertise if you are selling meat, veggies, etc.Enjoy!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

As I was thinking about this episode, I took a step back and started asking myself; what constitutes a tool? Is my tractor a tool? Are 5 gallon buckets tools? Are my All American Canners Tools? What about shovels, rakes and pitchforks? How about wheelbarrows and wagons? What is a tool?What I decided to do was focus on hand and power tools that I have found to be the most helpful here on our homestead. These are tools I find myself reaching for over and over and over again. And, in many cases I have found uses for them way beyond what I first bought them for. In some cases, I resisted buying them for awhile simply because I am a cheapskate. Finally, I tried to focus on tools that I think almost every homestead will find useful. Now, I skipped over kind of obvious things like screwdrivers, hammers, shovels, rakes, etc. I actually did consider putting a snow shovel on this list because we actually have found that to be the most effective tool for cleaning out our chicken coop. But, I resisted the temptation. Now, I am sure that after I put this episode out, I am going to think about tools that I should have put on this list. And so maybe in the not too distant future, there will be a part two to this. And I would LOVE to hear from you as to the tools you have found invaluable on your homestead. Below are affiliate links to some of the tools I mention on the podcast.DEWALT 20V MAX Combo Kit, Compact 4-Tool (DCK420D2)DEWALT 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Electric Brake, 15-Amp (DWE575SB)DEWALT DCS354B ATOMIC 20V Max Brushless Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool (tool only)Dewalt DCG412B 20V MAX* Lithium Ion 4-1/2” grinder (Tool Only)IRWIN Tin Snip, Flat Blade, 12-inch (22012)IRWIN VISE-GRIP GrooveLock Pliers, V-Jaw, 12", 2078112MTB Fence Post Driver with Handle, 18LB GreyWaxed Canvas Apron (Brown)I also talk on this episode about making corn cob jelly. Here is the link to the recipe.https://www.simplycanning.com/corn-cob-jelly.htmlEnjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

When it comes to our homestead journey, I don’t have a lot of regrets. That’s not to say that things have always been easy or have gone according to plan. That’s certainly not the case. There have been a lot of failures along the way. Or, actually, I like to look at them as Thomas Edison did when he was accused of failing 10,000 times before inventing the light bulb. He said, “No, I didn’t fail. I just learned 10,000 ways it doesn’t work.” If you haven’t gathered this by now, that is really how I approach homesteading in general. It is all a big experiment. What works for others may not work for me. And what works for me may not work for others. Generally speaking, whether in homesteading or life in general, I look at failures as learning opportunities. What can I take away from this so I don’t make the same mistake in the future? For me, generally it’s not a matter of, “I wish I could go back and do things differently….” Those flaws, those mistakes, those things that haven’t gone according to plan are what have made me who I am today and are building blocks for the future.But, there are a handful of things that come to my mind that I really do wish I could go back and do over. They are lessons I’ve learned, but there’s really not much I can do with those lessons other than share them with other people in the hopes that they won’t make the same mistakes that I have. And so I share with you 6 of my biggest regrets so far in our homesteading journey. Enjoy!BrianNEW: http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shophttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

Taking vacations can be complicated in and of themselves. Deciding where you are going, where you are staying, who is going (and sometimes who is NOT going) can all be stressful. But, adding a homestead to the equation makes things that much more difficult. Depending on the size of your homestead and the season, it can be very tricky to get away. This episode is being released the Sunday after we have returned from our vacation. And so I thought it would be helpful to share with you some of the things we do and maybe you should do to prepare your homestead for vacation.1. When? Timing is everything. Try to avoid time away during the busiest of seasons.2. Who? Do you need someone to cover your chores and look after your garden? If so, who?3. What? What needs to be done? Have a detailed plan.4. How? How can you simplify things to make things as easy as possible?5. Feed. Make sure you have enough on hand. And not just enough; have extra.6. Fences. If you've got animals, check your infrastructure. You don't want to have your neighbors upset at you or your farm sitters chasing your animals all over God's creation.7. Contingency plans. Have a first aid kit ready and the number to your vet handy.Hopefully these tips will help you take a vacation that is rejuvenating and relaxing. And if you have any other great tips, I'd love to hear them Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

On this episode I am joined by Adam and Michelle from Farm Life Outfitters. They are a family that is homesteading in North Carolina. You may know them from their YouTube channel as well as their graphic T-shirt business. We talk about their journey into homesteading, some of the things that have worked and some of the things that haven't worked. They also share with us their vision for the future with their homestead. I really enjoyed talking with them and I hope you find this episode encouraging. You can find them here:https://www.farmlifeoutfitters.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPbpTkU2l8uv0JuR6pQOW8ghttps://www.instagram.com/farmlifeoutfitters/Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

Just like we have seen an interest in people gardening and raising their own meat, lately there has been an increase in the number of people wanting to learn how to can. But, some people find this to be a daunting task. In fact, I know several people who have a pressure canner sitting in a closet because they are too afraid to try it.So, if you’re one of those people (new to canning or too afraid to try), my goal is to help you get started. I’ve said I’m not an expert in many things. And maybe I'm not an expert here either. But, this is an area where I do have quite a bit of experience. I’ve been doing this for 14 years and have literally canned thousands of jars of food.So. on this episode we talk about the two different methods of canning that are approved for home food preservation; water bath canning and pressure canning. We talk about how they are the same and how they are different. We discuss the ways that you would apply the two methods. We also delve into some of the reasons why I think people avoid pressure canning in favor of hot water bath canning. And I share why I think they are wrong. We also talk quite a bit about botulism; what it is, how it multiplies and what you can do to avoid having it in your canned goods. Much of that information comes from this website. Finally, we talk about some common sense things people can do to ensure that they are canning safely. Here is a link to the National Center for Home Food Preservation Here is a link to the Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving (affiliate link) Here is a link to the Presto Canner I mention. Enjoy!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

For many people, when they think about preserving meat, the first thing that comes to mind (and the only thing that comes to mind, is freezing.) And while that is certainly a good option and it is a relatively cheap and fool proof option, it is just that, an option. What many people don’t realize is that there are many other ways that you can safely preserve meat on your homestead without the use of a freezer. On this episode we talk about the various options that exist (I am certain this is not a comprehensive list) for preserving meat on your homestead. On this episode we discuss:Curing/Salting - Country Ham/Prosciutto/Salt Cod/Bacon/Coppa/SausageBrining (liquid vs. dry) - Corned Beef / hamsLardingCanningDehydrating (Solar/Machine) - Fish/JerkyFreeze DryingOn The HoofI also talk about smoking meat and give my thoughts on whether or not it is a method of meat preservation or not.Let me emphasize that not following the correct methods can result in spoiled meat and/or unsafe/deadly foods. So, make sure you are following KNOWN expert advice, not just Joe Blow from Idaho who has a blog.If you have any questions about this or would like get my thoughts with regards to next steps with regards to any of these methods, feel free to reach out to me via email or our social media accounts, and I'll be glad to point you in the right direction.Enjoy!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

Many homesteaders dream of the large property; 5, 10, 15 or 20 acres of land on which they can grow all the things, raise all the things and do all the things. Today's guest, Brenda Scott from http://wellfedhomestead.com is someone who had an opportunity to realize that dream. She and her family left a small suburban lot for a 30 acre homestead. And they quickly learned that bigger isn't always better. In fact, eventually, they sold that homestead and downgraded again to a suburban lot before relocating from Oregon to Virginia (to another suburban sized lot). She is in the process of writing a book entitled, "Why We Failed At Homesteading" and joins us to discuss why a bigger homestead isn't always better. If you're someone who thinks that you HAVE to have a large homestead in order to be considered a "Real Homesteader", then this episode is for you. If you're someone who is on a smaller piece of land and you feel inadequate, this episode is for you. The goal certainly isn't to squash anyone's dreams. But, we do hope that the lessons they learned will help you make a better, more informed decision with regards to your homesteading journey.Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

I had planned on covering a different topic on this episode. But this past Thursday a local farmer had a serious accident. Somehow she was entrapped in a hay baler. It was so bad they had to fly in a surgical team to surgically extract her from the equipment. That really is just a polite way to say that they had to cut off her arm.Now, this certainly is not the first time I’ve been aware of a farming accident. Unfortunately, I have lost cousins in farming accidents. My good friend Carl was killed in an accident in 2018. And a friend of mine from church lost his father-in-law last fall in a tractor roll over accident. I could also share with you stories of other family members and friends who have been seriously injured in ag related accidents.And so, this week I felt like it would be a good thing to talk about safety on the homestead. Did you know that in the US, 2 of the top most dangerous jobs are farming related? In fact, according to this article from USAToday.com, it is more dangerous to be a farmer than it is to be a police officer or firefighter. But, it’s not just adults that are at risk on our farms or homesteads. Farms and homesteads can be a dangerous place for kids. According to these stats from Rural Mutal Insurance: * 1 child dies in an ag related incident every 3 days * 33 children are seriously injured every day * Tractors cause 40 % of accidental farm deaths of children under 15 * More than half of young children injured on the farm were not working but were bystanders or playing in the wrong spot.These stats also reveal the following regards to the top sources of ag related deaths and injures:Top Causes of Fatal Ag Injuries * Machinery * Motor Vehicles (includes ATVs) *DrowningTop Cause of Non-Fatal Ag Injuries * Falls * Animal * Machinery/VehiclesNow, I realize that there is a fine line between what constitutes farming and what constitutes homesteading. But, let’s face it. As homesteaders we use a lot of equipment that many people who live in urban and suburban areas don’t ever touch. We are also involved in things that many people who live in urban and suburban areas aren’t involved in like DIY projects, animal husbandry, and food preservation just to name a few.All of these things; the equipment and projects carry a certain level of risk. And so, we need to manage that risk as best we can to ensure that we and our families do not become yet another statistic.So on this episode we talk about some of the causes of injuries on the homestead and things we can do to help mitigate or avoid those things all together. I want your homestead journey to be a beautiful one for you and your family. I don’t want to see it marred by injury, disfigurement or death. So, homestead safely my friends.Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

A couple of weeks ago, I posted pictures of our poultry processing equipment and setup to our social media accounts. And I received a lot of questions as a result. And I realized that I didn't really talk much about poultry processing during our series on raising chickens. So. on this episode, I rectify that oversight. I share with you the gear we use; what I like about it and what I don't like about it. But, more importantly, I give my opinions and thoughts about how to go about building out a poultry processing setup. Because, let's fact it; most people can't afford to or don't want to buy all of this gear at one wack. Here are the links to the gear that I talk about. Remember, the Amazon links are affiliate links and so we make a small commission off of those sales. It's a great way for you to support the show if you're feeling so inclined.Crate:https://amzn.to/3e37xciKill Cones:Medium: https://www.coopsnmore.com/Medium_restraining_processing_killing_cone_poultry_p/1617.htmLarge: https://www.coopsnmore.com/Large_restraining_processing_killing_cone_poultry_p/1618.htmScalder:https://www.meyerhatchery.com/productinfo.a5w?prodID=ELS2https://amzn.to/3d3v0siWhiz-Bang Plucker:https://www.planetwhizbang.com/poultry-processingEviscerating Knife:https://amzn.to/2At6pjIButchering Apron:https://amzn.to/37uWVjPEviscerating Table:https://amzn.to/3fjq2sYChill Tank:https://www.instagram.com/p/CAypHN6HlTy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkBagging Stand:https://www.instagram.com/p/CA0dENTnY0j/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkPoultry Shrink Bags:https://www.poultryshrinkbags.com/chicken-shrink-bagsCooler:https://amzn.to/2MUBW0xEnjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

I don't know about you, but sometimes all I see on my homestead is work. There is so much I'd like to accomplish. So many projects I've started and haven't fully completed. So many things that need to be cleaned up and put away, areas that need to be organized. I'm driven to try to raise and grow as much food as possible. And the recent events that we have gone through have simply amplified that even more.I'll be honest; sometimes it is hard for me to slow down and simply enjoy my homestead. I feel guilty; like I'm wasting time. I tell myself that the time that I'm taking to sit on the porch, could be used to get another thing done on my to-do list. I could start another project. Or finish up another project. It is very hard for me to slow down and enjoy my homestead.I also sometimes fail to see the beauty. All I see are the projects that need to be done. Coops that need to be painted. Chicken runs that need to be tended too. Weeds that need to be pulled. And the list goes on and on. But, I'm surrounded by beauty. And sometimes I need to be reminded of that. A friend who had never visited our homestead before stopped by this week. She complimented me on how neat and organized things are. Honestly, I don't usually see that. But, she did. And her perspective helped me see it too!!And so on this episode I share with you four lessons that I am learning (or at least trying to learn) about simply enjoying my homestead.Plant and build beautiful thingsSit on the porch and enjoy the sights and soundsSee the beauty; not the to do listThink about how far you've come; not how far you've still got to go Hopefully this will serve as an inspiration to you to. Keep up the good work.Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

This week I had a potential customer reach out to me with some great questions. She wanted to know what I fed my animals and why my general philosophical approach was to farming. I loved those questions. First, I love that someone is actually thinking about and caring about where their food comes from. Second, it was an opportunity for me to again think about what we do and why. And so, on this episode I share with you my response to her. In part, I describe the pragmatic approach that we take to farming. We simply are trying to do the best we can with what we've got. My goal is to be as organic as possible. But, I use a conventional feed? Why? One one hand it is a matter of availability. I want a locally grown feed; not an "organic feed" that is trucked in from Timbuktu. Why? Because, unless I know the farmer that raised it, I don't trust the organic/non-GMO label. I reference these articles in the podcast as to why I do not trust that label.https://www.cornucopia.org/2016/09/organic-grain-imports-threaten-domestic-markets-standards/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/economy/the-labels-said-organic-but-these-massive-imports-of-corn-and-soybeans-werent/2017/05/12/6d165984-2b76-11e7-a616-d7c8a68c1a66_story.htmlThe other is a matter of cost. The one farm that is local to me that sells an organic/non-GMO feed is charging almost 3x's as much as what I pay for my "conventional" feed. After reading this book, I am not sure that the benefit is there. Now, I understand that my approach won't make everyone happy. But, I do think that sometimes we pressure people into seeking an ideal that either isn't possible or isn't possible now. And, if we aren't careful, what we mean to be helpful, can serve to be discouraging. Failure to live up to the ideal can and will either keep people from the homestead journey or it will cause them to quit. Instead, my goal is to encourage you and everyone you know to simply "Do the best you can with what you've got." Your situation might not be ideal to others; it might not even be ideal to you. But, do the best today with what what you've got today. And then take the next step. And the next step. And the next. If you do that, I think you'll be ok. And you might raise and grow some delicious and nourishing food along the way!!I also share some of the things we've had going on here on 3B Farm & Homestead including how I got royally crapped on by a meat bird I was butchering.Enjoy!!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

On this episode we welcome back to the podcast, guest Cathy R. Payne. We talk about how heritage breeds including American Blue Rabbits, Gulf Coast Sheep, and American Guinea Hogs played a significant role in her homesteading journey. Cathy is the author of the award winning book, Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed and we spend some time talking about the book and Cathy's plans for her next book. Here is a link to the book Cathy recommended: Managing Breeds for a Secure Future: Strategies for Breeders and Breed Associations (Second Edition) 2nd Edition The coupon code that can be used on her website from June 1 to June 20,2020 is HJP20Cathy's contact information and website are below:Cathy R.Payneguineahogbooks@gmail.comwww.guineahogbooks.comAuthor, Saving the Guinea Hogswww.amazon.com/author/cathyrpayneSilver Medal, 2019 Readers’ Favoritehttps://readersfavorite.com/2019-award-contest-winners.htm#saving-the-guinea-hogsFinalist, Best Books AwardHere is the link to the Lilac Jelly Recipe I hope you enjoy this podcast. Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

This week is #HeritageBreedsWeek sponsored by the Livestock Conservancy. On this episode, I am joined by Cathy R. Payne, author of the award winning book, Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed to talk about heritage breeds, why they are important and what homesteaders can do to help conserve them. Cathy's homesteading journey has been greatly influenced by heritage breeds (she'll be returning again next week to talk specifically about that journey) and she is very passionate about preserving these breeds for future generations.Cathy's contact information and website are below:Cathy R.Payneguineahogbooks@gmail.comwww.guineahogbooks.comAuthor, Saving the Guinea Hogswww.amazon.com/author/cathyrpayneSilver Medal, 2019 Readers’ Favoritehttps://readersfavorite.com/2019-award-contest-winners.htm#saving-the-guinea-hogsFinalist, Best Books Award I hope you enjoy this podcast. Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

On this episode, I am honored to be joined by Harold Thornbro of The Modern Homesteading Podcast and blogger at http://www.haroldthornbro.com to talk about quail. We talk about how and why Harold raises quail, their pros and cons as well as how they stack up against rabbits and meat chickens. I learned a lot from Harold and I think you will too. And, I hope it will help you decide if quail might be a good fit for your homestead.On this episode, I also share with you what has been happening on the homestead this week. And, folks, this week wasn't all peaches and cream. But, we survived. And, we are pushing forward on our journey towards self-sufficiency, self-reliance and sustainability.I hope you enjoy this podcast. Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

As I recorded this episode, one of the biggest news stories is a potential protein shortage at the grocery store due to processing difficulties a the commercial meat plants due to COVID-19. What can homesteaders do to ensure that they have a constant supply of protein for their families? One answer might be meat rabbits. On this episode we talk about their pros and cons. I share with you our journey (unplanned and poorly executed) into raising them. And I share some of the lessons we learned along the way. I also bring you up to date on what we've been doing here on our homestead this week. I hope this finds you well. Enjoy.BrianArticles referenced in this week's episode.https://www.motherearthnews.com/homesteading-and-livestock/raising-rabbits/meat-rabbits-zm0z11zmathttps://meatscience.org/docs/default-source/publications-resources/rmc/1981/the-rabbit-as-a-meat-producing-animal.pdf?sfvrsn=2http://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

Let's face it. Homesteading is like just about everything else in that we just never seem to have enough time or money for all of the things we want to do. Unless you're independently wealthy, most of us have fewer dollars than we'd like to do the things we'd like to do. And while right now many of us are spending more time at home than we usually would, the fact is that we are pretty busy people. So, what are some ways that we can maximize the money and the time we do have so we can unlock our homestead's potential?This week we talk about ways the principles of "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" (yeah, that worn out environmental slogan) can be applied to our homesteads to help us really maximize the time and money we do have. Enjoy!!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

I will confess. I don't like keeping records. I've never been able to keep a diary. Or consistently journal. And that is a level of record keeping that is at least a little bit fun. But, tracking finances, or animals, or garden production, or canning amounts, or pantry and freezer inventory? That's boring stuff. It's certainly not fun (at least to me) and it probably isn't the most thrilling or exciting of topics to cover. But, it is important. Very important. And this episode in part is to remind me that I need to suck it up, buttercup, and get it done.We start the episode off with some homestead happens. Two of the most exciting:1. Our new website is live. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net This means a new email address: brian@thehomesteadjourney.net2. I was honored to be interviewed by Harold Thornboro on the Modern Homesteader Podcast. You can listen to it here.Enjoy!Brianhttp://www.thehomesteadjourney.nethttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enBrian@thehomesteadjourney.net

Right now, there are more people wanting to garden than ever. Well, maybe that is an overstatement, but there are certainly so many people interested in planting seeds, that many seed companies are either out of seeds entirely, or have had to suspend the taking of new orders to restock or simply to catch up. Whether you are new to gardening or you've been at it awhile, we all want to maximize our return on investment. After all, we put in a heck of a lot of blood, sweat and tears and money to grow our own food. And, while some people may live on a gazillion acres, most of us have a limited area to which we can dedicate raising and growing our own food.But, beyond that, right now there is a lot of uncertainty in our world. And many of us are trying to grow as much food as possible simply because we want to make sure our families don't go hungry. So, on this episode we talk about 5 things we are doing on our homestead this year to try to maximize the amount of food we harvest from our garden. Those five things are:Succession PlantingIntensive plantingCompanion plantingVertical gardeningKeyhole gardeningHopefully you find these techniques helpful. We also talk about the software we are using to plan our garden (http://growveg.com) and I give you and update on how things are going with our Hoss Tools seed starting kits and the 1020 trays from Bootstrap Farmer.Enjoy!Brianhttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

Right now, most of us are handling adversity on our homesteads, maybe in ways that we have never faced before. Maybe you are new to homesteading and you're facing losses that you've never faced before. Maybe animals have died. Or crops have failed. If you're facing adversity (and I think we all do at one time or another), this episode is for you.I also share with you updates as to what has been going on on our homestead this week. It's been an AWESOME and productive week on the homestead. I hope you find this episode helpful and encouraging.https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode we talk about 10 Gardening Mistakes People Make And How To Avoid Them in my attempt to help you raise and grow as much food as possible. After all, one of the biggest ways you can become better prepared on your homestead is to raise and grown your own food. And I want to help you avoid making some of the mistakes that I have made.So, on this episode we talk about how:1. People don't know their first and last average frost dates, why that's important, and where you can find that information (http://almanac.com)2. People plant things not suited for their hardiness zone (https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/)3. People direct sow seeds that should be started indoors.4. People sow indoors seeds that should be direct sown.5. People plant the wrong things (in other words, they plant what OTHER people are planting instead of planting what THEY like to eat!)6. People plant too much. Yes, you can have too much of a good thing!! Been there, done that!7. People try to get too much into an area overcrowding (and stressing) their plants.8. People wait too long (or even forget) to harvest. What a waste!! The veggies won't wait for you. You've got to pick them when they are ready to achieve maximum harvest.9. People plant only once instead of multiple times to achieve multiple (successive) harvests.10. People try to "set it and forget it". Your garden needs care. Weeding, watering, and feeding are something you'll need to do, regardless of gardening methods.On this episode I also talk about my impressions of the Hoss Tools Seed Starting Kits that we have, as well as the 1020 trays from Bootstrap Farmer. I also talk about our growlight system, something we did a video about that you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dE34jjCbAQk&t=70shttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

This is a BONUS episode of the Homestead Journey Podcast as we celebrate 5000 downloads!!!! We continue our series on Homestead Preparedness as we talk about how and where to start raising and growing your own food. On this episode I mention:Our Grow Light SystemOur Pallet Herb GardenCog Hill Farm's Start From Seed Videohttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

Yes, the best time to prepare is during the good times. But, if you haven't made preparations and you find yourself faced with a crisis (as many of us do right now), what can you do? Is it too late to prepare? How do you know what to do? Those are all great questions and things that we discuss on this episode of the podcast.Enjoy!!https://afarmishkindoflife.com/https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode, we are beginning a multi part series on homestead preparedness. Current events combined with a recent episode of Jack Spirko's The Survival Podcast have caused me to think about homesteading and prepping. Are they the same thing? Many times the terms are used interchangeably. We talk about all of that and more on this podcast. I also bring you up to date on what's been going on on the homestead this week.Enjoy!!https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode we talk about the American Guinea Hog. Is it the perfect homestead hog? No. But, could it be the perfect pig for your homestead? Maybe. On this episode I share some of the pluses and minuses of this pig and why we LOVE them as our homestead pig. Check out http://guineahogs.org for more information.https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode we talk about 7 common mistakes people make or misconceptions people have about raising chickens. Hopefully, you can learn from these mistakes and misconceptions and be successful in raising your own chickens on your homestead!!As usual, I share with you a bit about what has been happening on 3B Farm and Homestead including my initial impressions of some seed starting kits I ordered from Hoss Tools. Enjoy!!https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com Episode is LivePublished: Feb. 24, 2020 @12AM EditUnpublishAmplify this EpisodeAdd Chapter Markers$.10/minuteTranscribe this EpisodePromote this EpisodeCreate a Video SoundbiteShare on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on LinkedInEmail Link to EpisodeDirect Link to MP3Embed this ONE Episode

What should you look for in a breed? What do we look for in a breed? On this episode, I am joined by my son to talk about these topics and we reveal the 7 breeds of chickens that we will be getting on 3B Farm and Homestead this year.https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

For many people, chickens are the quintessential homesteading animal.  It is the animal most associated with homesteading and is the first livestock that many people get on their homestead. For some, it is even the gateway animal that leads them to a homesteading lifestyle.   Whether you are new to chickens or you've been raising them for awhile, this episode will help you understand the basic things that chickens need.  We talk about the benefits and drawbacks of that various systems available for raising chickens . And we round out the show discussing the various ways you can aquire chickens and the plusses and minuses of each.As usual, we give an update as to what is taking place on 3B Farm and Homestead.In this episode I mention the following YouTube videos:Seed cost comparison:  https://youtu.be/8V1G2caWyNkMindful Homestead Heated Waterer: https://youtu.be/FthW4EnL5BsI also mention my article on backyard chickens.com regarding our coop build.  https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/3-bs-chicken-palace-woods-style.66265/ https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com 

The journey of almost every homesteader will eventually involve animals. Whether you are brand new to raising livestock or you're adding something new to the homestead, there are things that you should take into consideration before making that leap. On this episode, we discuss 5 things that I think should be considered when adding animals to your homestead operations.I also share with you some of thing the things we've had going on here on 3B Farm and Homestead as well as some exciting things that we have coming up.If you're interested in getting in touch with us, you can do so at the following social media sites or by sending us an email.And as always, keep up the good work!!https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

Finding balance in life in general can be hard. Trying to homestead while working a fulltime job adds a level of complication that many people don't face. If you're just new to the homestead journey, there's a good chance that you're working a full-time off farm job. And let's face it, many of us will always work a full time off farm/homestead job. But, whether you are working on farm or off farm, finding balance can be tough. This episode focuses on 5 steps you can take to successfully homestead while working full-time. And even if you are a stay at home mom, work part-time or are retired, I think this episode will be helpful to you as well.And as always, keep up the good work!!https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

Unfortunately, I think too many people who are interested in homesteading have a romantic, idealistic view of homesteading that isn't realistic. On this episode we talk about 7 Myths and Misconceptions people have about homesteading. Everything from "free land" to "full time homesteading" and everything in between.The episode of SSL Family Dad that I reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBaeBoX7G5chttps://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadjourneypodcast/?hl=enTheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode we talk about how Dreaming, Deciding, and Doing can help you set goals that could help you have your best homestead ever. We apply the SMART goal setting methodology to homesteading and talk about some other things we should think about when setting our goals for 2020. I also review Gardening Without Work by Ruth Stout and give my initial thoughts on Up Tunket Road by Philiop Ackerman-Leist.https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode of the Homestead Journey Podcast, we talk about 10 common mistakes people make when setting goals for their homestead.Not setting goalsToo many goalsNot putting enough thought into themPutting too much thought into themAdopting someone else's goalsKeeping up with the JonesSetting unrealistic goalsSetting goals that aren't challengingFailing to adjust goalsAllowing missed goals to be a demotivatorIf you avoid making these mistakes, you could be on the tract to your BEST homestead ever!!https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this special episode of the podcast, we take a look back at our journey this year on 3B Farm and Homestead. We started out the year with some pretty ambitious goals. Did we meet them? And what else happened this year on our homestead?We also look back at our journey this past decade as we have built our homestead and skill set. As the old Virginia Slims Commercial used to say, "You've come a long way, baby!!!"https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the fifth and final in our series on gardening. We talk about the weapons we have at our disposal as we fight weeds, pests and varmints in our gardens. My goal is for you to do the best with what you've got and grow as much food as you can!!!In our community corner segment we talk about giving gifts of things that we have produced and/or processed on our homesteads. .We round out the episode with a great homesteading hack that will help you keep track of what you planted, where.If you want to get in touch with us, here are some ways to do so:https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the fourth in our series on gardening. We talk about starting things from seed. In particular, we talk about transplants and the benefits/drawbacks of buying them as well as starting your own.In this episode's community corner, we spend some time talking about documenting your journey and how it can serve as an inspiration to others.We round out the episode with a great homesteading hack that will help you setup grids on your square foot gardens with ease and rather inexpensively.If you want to get in touch with us, here are some ways to do so:https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the third in our series on gardening. We explore ways that you can get seeds to plant in your garden. I share with you some of the places I have used as well as 2 places I DON'T recommend. I also provide you with an update on what's been happening on 3B Farm and Homestead this week and share with you some wisdom I learned from a college football coach that I think applies to homesteading. We round out the segment with a great homesteading hack on how we store our leftover seeds. Here is the video I did a couple of years ago, comparing prices from various seed vendors.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8V1G2caWyNkA link to Amy's podcast that I reference in the "Community Corner" segment:https://afarmishkindoflife.com/069-problem-homesteader-label/If you want to get in touch with us, here are some ways to do so:https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the second in our series on gardening. We talk about why you should prepare for the harvest before you ever buy a single seed or transplant. We talk about some of the ways you can handle your harvest and how you can begin investing in the necessary tools RIGHT NOW!! I also provide you with an update on what's been happening on 3B Farm and Homestead this week and share with you the ways that the online homesteading community can be an encouragement. We round out the segment with a great homesteading hack on an easy way to make bone broth. If you want to get in touch with us, here are some ways to do so:https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast, I share with you some of the reasons why we homestead and why you might want to consider joining us on the Homestead Journey. I also update you on things happening on 3B Farm and Homestead as well as provide you with a most IMPORTANT PSA!! We round out the show with another great homestead hack.If you want to get in touch with us, here are some ways to do so:https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcasthttp://www.youtube.com/c/3BFarmandHomesteadhttps://www.facebook.com/3BFarmNY/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast@Gmail.com

On this episode, I share with you what you can expect from The Homestead Journey Podcast. This includes our format which will generally be comprised of 4 segments:Homestead Happens: Things that have taken place on 3B Farm and Homestead during that weekCommunity Corner: Things that are going on in the broader homestead communityCharting The Course: The "meat" of the episode; my thoughts on some kind of homesteading topicHomestead Hacks Simply things that have made a huge difference on our homestead. This episode is focused on sharing with you our homestead journey up to this point.You can contact us via our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast/ or by emailing us at thehomesteadjourneypodcast@gmail.com

On this episode of the Homestead Journey, I give you my definition of homesteading and talk about the journey towards self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability.We bring you up to date with what is happening on 3B Farm and Homestead and also share a great homestead hack.You can contact us via our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast/ or by emailing us at thehomesteadjourneypodcast@gmail.com

On this episode of the Homestead Journey, I share with you some tips and tricks on getting started on the Homestead Journey. And trust me, they are SIMPLE steps that ANYONE can do. If you're wondering where to start on your journey towards self-sufficiency, self-reliance, and sustainability, this episode should help you get headed in the right direction.I also bring you up to date with what's been going on on 3B Farm and Homestead. And I talk about the beauty and importance of community within the homesteading lifestyle. Finally, we round out the episode with yet another great homestead hack.You can contact us via our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast/ or by emailing us at thehomesteadjourneypodcast@gmail.com

This BEST OF episode is a replay of a previous episode of the Grassfed Life Podcast - https://apple.co/2m75EVG Grassfed Life Courses: https://farm-business-essentials.teachable.com/courses While American Guinea Hogs are suited to a wide variety of environments and will do better than most breeds on low-grade forage, they prefer lush pastures with clover along with access to minerals, kitchen scraps, quality hay in winter, clean water to drink, access to a muddy wallow, minimal shelter from precipitation and wind, dry bedding, and perhaps a small amount of grain. They thrive where ranging and grazing is a constant activity giving them plenty of exercise. They are minimal rooters when good grazing and adequate feed is available. Learn more at https://www.grassfedlife.co  

This BEST OF episode is a replay of a previous episode of the Grassfed Life Podcast - https://apple.co/2m75EVG Grassfed Life Courses: https://farm-business-essentials.teachable.com/courses While American Guinea Hogs are suited to a wide variety of environments and will do better than most breeds on low-grade forage, they prefer lush pastures with clover along with access to minerals, kitchen scraps, quality hay in winter, clean water to drink, access to a muddy wallow, minimal shelter from precipitation and wind, dry bedding, and perhaps a small amount of grain. They thrive where ranging and grazing is a constant activity giving them plenty of exercise. They are minimal rooters when good grazing and adequate feed is available. Learn more at https://www.grassfedlife.co

This week we talk with Andrea Sorenson from Rooted Acres Homestead in Wisconsin. On her homestead she is raising American Guinea Hogs at production level and offers mobile sales. If you would like to know more about her farm, visit her facebook page here.We mentioned our sponsor, Titan Equipment, at the beginning of the podcast. Please consider supporting our podcast by supporting the sponsors. If you need quality tractor attachments, consider Titan. Here is a link to the 6" chipper we have at Red Tool House and here is a video detailing it.Here is the auger/post hole digger link as well as a video review.If you would like to know more about our farm in Southern WV, visit https://redtoolhouse.com Click on our Pastured Pig Podcast link to suggest future topics or to submit your information to be interviewed for future episodes.

Cathy said after retiring and somewhat spontaneously the couple showed a brilliant example of taking the bull by the horns purchasing some land with a house on it in rural northeast Georgia in the southeastern United States with the intention to grow their own food. But there was a catch! Neither had any farming experience, which meant there was a lot to learn.  What they did in their first year set the basis for deciding to focus on rare heritage livestock breeds. Cathy chose two breeds well adapted to the southern US climate - American Guinea Hogs and Gulf Coast Native sheep. As well they raised two American breeds of meat rabbits and sold meat, wool, and breeding stock. For Cathy, history and related stories are a favourite topic of hers, which is why she wanted to learn more about Guinea Hogs. She explored several websites that referenced The Livestock Conservancy, a group, that tracks 180 endangered livestock breeds in the United States. The Conservancy had published a two-page breed profile. Cathy wanted more than that she became so fascinated with the breed Cathy says she wanted to read a whole book about Guinea Hogs. There wasn’t one so she decided that if she wanted to read that book, she had better write it first! As with so much in life today, there is so much history that’s lost when an ‘old timer’ passes on particularly in rural areas. This thought taught her a lesson that is necessary at times so Cathy began interviewing old-timers who remembered the hogs before they almost became extinct around 1995. That led her on a twisting winding journey, which resulted in her first book being published in March of 2019 Saving the Guinea Hogs. Cathy now promotes Guinea Hogs and other heritage livestock, writes about them, and educates the public on the importance of biodiversity in farming to protect our food systems. To learn more and also about her book go to: http://www.guineahogbooks.com

He patrols the streets and brings home the bacon What do you think of when you think of a police officer? I bet you don’t think hog farmer! Enter this week’s guest - Quentin Reinford. He starts work at midnight patrolling as a police officer. At home he tends to all sorts of animals - primarily American Guinea Hogs. He and his wife also just purchased another 30-acre farm and they are working to convert a school bus into an Airbnb. That’s one hell of a journey so far folks.     

Nick Hazelton is a high-school dropout, a yak farmer, a podcaster, and an anarchist. He raises Tibetan yaks and American Guinea Hogs on his family farm at Hazelton Farms in Kings Valley, Oregon and hosts the Yakkin with Nick podcast.

AldermanFarms LIVE August 28, 2016 - American Guinea Hogs (AGH) For more information, see TheHomesteadNetwork.com Full video here: https://youtu.be/-ctte4sapv0

AldermanFarms LIVE August 28, 2016 - American Guinea Hogs (AGH) For more information, see TheHomesteadNetwork.com Full video here: https://youtu.be/-ctte4sapv0

Audio is not the best, as Tommy and Patti discuss their American Guinea Hog pork coming soon the market while sitting in Tommy's truck and recording on an iPhone, right after dropping off two American Guinea Hogs for processing.

Audio is not the best, as Tommy and Patti discuss their American Guinea Hog pork coming soon the market while sitting in Tommy's truck and recording on an iPhone, right after dropping off two American Guinea Hogs for processing.

Cathy Payne of Broad River Pastures farm in Georgia and I talk about American Guinea Hogs. You’re welcome Lance, I finally got you the hog show. Broad River Pastures: http://www.broadriverpastures.com/ American Guinea Hog Association: http://guineahogs.org/ Premier Fencing: http://www.premierfenceinc.com/ Stay Tuff Fencing: http://staytuff.com/

Of all the farming related questions I receive I would say that the majority of them have to do with money. Questions like: Can I make a full-time living? How much will insurance cost? What is the profit margin per hog? Can I at least break even? All of those are great questions, but like many things in life the answer isn't always a yes or no, but rather it is usually "it depends". That was also the answer I had to give for a couple questions that I received over the past week. It's not that I didn't have thoughts on the subject, but sometimes a simple question like, "can I at least break even" just leads to so many more questions. Questions like: What price will you have to charge to break even? Do you have interested customers? How much marketing are you able to do? What about input costs (feed, pigs, water, structure, etc.)? All of those questions and their answers will make it possible to answer the, "can I break even" question. Very rarely though do I lack an opinion on a farming subject, especially when that subject is pigs! That is why on today's episode I attempt to answer Doug's question about whether or not he could break even raising 3 to 6 American Guinea Hogs (or any pig for that matter) on his three acre property. The easy answer is yes. I mean if you have people willing to pay enough you can break even no matter what, but of course that is where the variables come into play. Once you take all of those into account I think the answer still may be yes, if you can come up with reasonable answers for questions about feed, purchasing feeder pigs, marketing, and so much more. What do you think? What does it take to raise 3 to 6 pigs and break even or make a profit? Are you doing it now, or are you hoping/planning to do it in the future? I would love to hear your thoughts! Check out The Beginning Farmer Show on Facebook!  Links Mentioned in This Episode: Building a Sustainable Business (Online Resources) Building a Sustainable Business (Book available from Amazon.com) As always, I want to thank you so much for listening and supporting the show with your encouragement and reviews on iTunes! I am continually working to produce a better show, and I'm thankful for all of the listeners sticking with me as I learn. If you do enjoy the show, don't forget that you can subscribe on iTunes and leave a five star rating and review (by clicking the link). If you are an Android phone user you can also subscribe on the free Stitcher App. It is so very encouraging to know that people are listening and enjoying the show! I would love to hear your questions, show ideas, or comments about the show. Feel free to shoot me an e-mail! As always you can follow along with "The Beginning Farmer" and Crooked Gap Farm by checking out these links ... Crooked Gap Farm Crooked Gap Farm on Facebook Crooked Gap Farm on Twitter

While American Guinea Hogs are suited to a wide variety of environments and will do better than most breeds on low grade forage, they prefer lush pastures with clover along with access to minerals, kitchen scraps, quality hay in winter, clean water to drink, access to a muddy wallow, minimal shelter from precipitation and wind, dry bedding, and perhaps a small amount of grain. They thrive where ranging and grazing is a constant activity giving them plenty of exercise. They are minimal rooters when good grazing and adequate feed is available. Show Notes: permaculturevoices.com/86