Best Nathan Sheep Podcasts (2025)

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167. Ranching with Family and Utilizing Public Grazing Lands with Karson Rippstein 1:26:48

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Karson Rippstein is a rancher from The Rip Ranch in central Utah. His family's involvement in the industry dating back to the late 1800s. Karson has effectively combined traditional ranching methods with innovative practices, transforming undervalued plots of land into a thriving and sustainable cattle business. His journey is marked by resilience,…

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166. Grazing Sheep with Big Tom Perkins 1:20:58

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Big Tom Perkins is a seasoned farmer who has successfully navigated the challenging transition from cattle to sheep farming. With his extensive experience at Con-O-Creek Farm in western Pennsylvania, he has become a beacon of innovation in livestock management and rotational grazing. His story is one of resilience, having faced and overcome signifi…

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165. Silvopasture: Getting Trees Started Right with Austin Unruh 1:08:56

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In this episode , we feature Austin Unruh, the founder of Trees for Graziers. Austin's journey into the world of silvopasture and agroforestry began in 2017 when he started planting trees along streams to improve water quality. Since then, his passion for integrating trees into pasture systems has grown, and he has worked with grass-fed dairy opera…

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164. Splitting the Farm to Evolve with Becky Szarzynski 1:26:41

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Becky Szarzynski is a pioneering farmer in the field of sustainable farming and regenerative agriculture. With her independent venture, Ember Cattle Company, based in Fairfield, Virginia, Becky has transformed her family's farming legacy into a solo endeavor. Her journey is marked by innovative practices such as intensifying grazing techniques and …

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AoR 154: National Grazing Lands Coalition & Summer Tour in the Pacific Northwest 58:28

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The National Grazing Lands Coalition (NatGLC) promotes and supports ecologically and economically sound management of grazing lands for multiple benefits to the environment and society through science-based technical assistance, research, and education. Bill Fox has been with NatGLC since the beginning. In this interview, Dr. Fox offers a condensed…

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AoR 155: Roots So Deep You Can See the Devil Down There, with filmmaker Peter Byck 1:09:50

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Does grazing management make a difference? Can we raise livestock and wildlife and take carbon out of the atmosphere and put it in soil on the same piece of land? Meet Peter Byck, self-described scientist wrangler and producer of Roots So Deep, a four-part documentary series that explores the world of adaptive cattle farmers and their conventional …

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163. The Intersection of Military and Agriculture with Eric Czaja 1:18:49

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Eric Chaya is a visionary in the realm of sustainable agriculture and military synergy. Originating from Wisconsin, Eric's journey has taken him from a traditional dairy-rich environment to pioneering innovative agricultural practices on military lands in California. His career path was notably influenced by his military service, which included a t…

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162. The Art of Meat Processing and Electric Fences with Ross McGarva 1:23:40

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Ross McGarva is a seasoned rancher with deep roots in the agricultural world. His family has been involved in ranching since 1918, and Ross himself has embarked on a remarkable journey across the United States, managing various livestock species such as cattle, meat goats, and hair sheep. Having transitioned from California to Texas, with stops in …

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161. Harvesting Dreams and Building a Farm Together with Aaron and Stephanie Moody 1:09:53

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Aaron and Stephanie Moody are the passionate and dedicated couple behind Moody Family Farm in Bernardston, Massachusetts. Both working as full-time special education teachers, they have embarked on a fulfilling journey into agriculture, combining Aaron’s nostalgic ties to farming from his childhood and Stephanie’s newfound enthusiasm for New Englan…

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AoR 152: Nathan Sayre on the Genesis and Limits of Carrying Capacity 1:05:49

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The concept of carrying capacity has figured prominently in rangeland ecology and wildlife biology for a century and more. Where did this term come from? Nathan Sayre, a cultural geographer at UC-Berkeley and the author of the book "Politics of Scale - a History of Rangeland Science," answers this question. According to Sayre, "It is a truism that …

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160. Embracing Change in Cattle Breeding and Grazing with Trevor and Cheryl Branvold 1:30:19

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In this episode, we are joined by Trevor and Cheryl Brannvold, the passionate owners of GBT Angus in Southeast Saskatchewan. Their journey into cattle farming began in Trevor's high school years and has since blossomed into a successful family business that also includes a budding sheep enterprise managed by their son. With a focus on regenerative …

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AoR 153: Back to the Future with American Fibers - Cate Havstad, Daniel Mouw, & Ed Roberson at SXSW 1:12:48

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Can Farmer-Founded Fibers Save American Fashion? Cate Havstad-Casad, founder of RangeRevolution leather goods, and Daniel Mouw, president of Duckworth wool clothing answered this question in a pre-panel interview at SXSW with Ed Roberson joining in. If Duckworth and Range Revolution are not on your radar screen, and if Mountain & Prairie Podcast is…

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159. Pioneering New Paths in Agriculture with Nathan Stucky 1:03:50

2M ago1:03:50

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In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, Nathan Stucky of Stucky Family Ranch returns to discuss the latest innovations in sustainable agriculture. From integrating new cattle genetics to exploring advanced data collection with Rooted Ag, Nathan shares his journey over the past year. He delves into the challenges of adaptive grazing and the us…

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AoR 151: Targeted Grazing for Wetland Health - Maria Pacioretty & Chase Carter 1:04:15

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The Sterling Wildlife Management Area in southeast Idaho suffered from accumulated dead cattails, bulrushes, and grasses. Wildlife the area is intended habitat for were avoiding it, especially migratory waterfowl. This Life on the Range story with rancher Chase Carter and biologist Maria Pacioretty describes their successful efforts to use targeted…

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AoR 150: Bildo Saravia & Lauren Svejcar - Artisanal Mezcal & Ranching in Mexico 1:08:30

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Bildo Saravia is the owner and manager of Rancho el Ojo and Origien Raiz Mezcal. His story showcases the ways global marketing and communication can benefit local people oriented around rangeland economies. By "grazing the wild" he is growing agave in sustainable polyculture with a diversity of other native plants for livestock and wildlife in Dura…

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158. Innovative Dairy Farming: Blending Tradition with Technology at Clanman Farm with Sean Smith 55:04

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Sean Smith, the guest of this episode, is a dedicated and innovative dairy farmer from Clanman Farm in Manitoba. With a deep-rooted family history in dairy farming, Sean has embraced both traditional practices and modern technology to enhance his farm's operations. His commitment to sustainable farming is evident in his adoption of Jersey cows for …

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157. The Art of Breeding Grass-fed Cattle with Steve Campbell 1:05:19

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In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, esteemed cattle consultant Steve Campbell shares his remarkable journey from a stocker cattle manager to a leading figure in grass-finished beef production. Following a life-altering leg injury in 1999, Steve's career took a transformative path as he embraced regenerative practices, heavily influenced b…

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AoR 149: Wildfire Depletes Ecosystem Carbon Storage by >50% (Part 2) -- Germino, Maxwell, & Quicke 56:57

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Dr. Germino’s latest research, published in the Communications Earth & Environment journal in November 2024, reveals a startling and significant finding: invasive grasses are turning western U.S. rangelands from valuable carbon sinks into potential carbon sources. This research, a two-year collaboration between the US Geological Survey and Envu, pr…

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156. Local Meat from Pasture to Plate with Thomas Wade & Emily Lane 1:08:37

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Join us on a journey to Emory, Texas, as we explore the innovative multi-species ranching operation at Legends Cattle Company with our guests, Thomas and Emily. Thomas shares how their family-run ranch has expanded over five generations, evolving from a traditional cattle farm into a diverse ecosystem that includes sheep, pigs, and chickens, all ma…

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155. From the Ground Up with Stephanie Anderson 1:02:10

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Travel with us from the vast plains of South Dakota to the sunny landscapes of Florida as we explore the transformative journey of Stephanie Anderson, a passionate advocate for regenerative agriculture. Discover how her upbringing on a traditional cattle ranch shaped her views and fueled her latest literary endeavor, "From the Ground Up: The Women …

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AoR 148: Targeted Cheatgrass Grazing Research with Sheep -- Kelly Hopping & Riley Kowitz 53:37

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A research study in the mountains of Idaho tracked cheatgrass consumption by sheep in the spring and fall. Listen to Kelly Hopping (Boise State University) and sheep rancher Riley Kowitz describe their experiences with implementing this approach to controlling invasive annual grass and changing the wildfire risk profile on the Sawtooth National For…

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154. Bee Kept with Adam Martin 1:11:00

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Unlock the secrets to successful farm stacking and low-maintenance beekeeping as we share the inspiring journey of Adam Martin from B Strong Homestead in Cologa, Tennessee. Adam transitioned from city life to homesteading during the pandemic, adapting to the challenges and joys of raising dairy cows and embracing regenerative farming practices. Fro…

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e153. Ag Stewardship with Jared Sorensen 1:05:15

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Jared Sorensen, a passionate rancher and steward, shares his captivating journey through the world of ranching, revealing the unique challenges and triumphs of managing Secret Pass Livestock in northeastern Nevada. Growing up as the youngest of ten siblings, Jared chose a path less traveled, embracing hands-on experience over formal education. His …

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AoR 147: Wildfire Depletes Ecosystem Carbon Storage by >50% (Part 1) -- Germino, Maxwell, & Quicke 1:07:50

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How does wildfire affect soil carbon, the ecological currency of the 21st century? Careful collaborative research involving US Geological Survey scientists, Envu, and Boise State University has begun to answer some of the many questions surrounding soil carbon and fire. This is the first of a two-part interview on soil carbon storage, sequestration…

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152. Virtual Fencing from Halter with Theo Beaumont 53:33

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Theo Beaumont, from the forefront of agricultural innovation, joins us to share his journey and insights into the world of virtual fencing technology. From growing up to navigating a potential career in banking, Theo found his true calling at Halter, a trailblazer in virtual fencing based in New Zealand. We explore his pivotal role in the company’s…

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e151. Insights into Biosecurity and Livestock Health with Wyatt & Samantha Catron 1:11:19

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What if you could transform your farming operation by improving efficiency and biosecurity, while also ensuring the health and productivity of your livestock? Join us as we welcome Wyatt Catron, a mobile food animal veterinarian, and Samantha Catron, a postdoc fellow at the University of Arkansas. Together, they share insights into the world of hai…

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AoR 146: Angus Whyte - Sheep Grazing in New South Wales, Australia 53:53

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Angus's family has managed the Wyndham Station near the Anabranch and Darling Rivers in southern Australia for 4 generations. That and the promise of a great Australian accent should be enough to make you listen to this episode. But we also discuss managing the earth's Living Skin, Angus's efforts to get others to think broadly about caring for lan…

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e150. Unveiling Soil Secrets for Better Farming Outcomes with Dale Strickler 1:10:22

4M ago1:10:22

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On today's episode we have Dale Strickler of Regenerative Wisdom, a consulting company based in Wichita, Kansas. He shares his background of growing up on a diversified family farm and initially pursuing engineering before switching to agronomy after being inspired by the concept of using nature to solve problems in agriculture. Dale discusses his …

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e149. Grazing, Growing, and Butchery with Jock Gibson 59:27

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Join us as we welcome Jock Gibson from Edinvale Farm in northern Scotland, who shares his inspiring journey into grass-fed beef farming amidst the region's challenging climate. Jock reflects on his unexpected return to the family farm in 2015 after the loss of his parents, a transition that marked a shift in the farm's focus towards highland cattle…

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AoR 145: Dr. John Buckhouse, Part 2, Reflections on a Half Century of Thinking in Wholes 31:31

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Riparian management, water quality, and livestock grazing used in the same sentence can warm up a room with heated discussion. John Buckhouse has spent a lifetime contending for the Radical Middle, where people recognize that land conditions that are good for fish are also good for cattle. He has effectively advocated for and led collaborative reso…

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e148. Roots So Deep with Peter Byck 57:44

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Join us as we explore the fascinating world of regenerative farming with Peter Byck, the talented producer and director of the docuseries "Roots so Deep You Can See the Devil Down There." We chat about the inception and journey of creating this compelling series, focusing on a science project rooted in regenerative farming practices across the Sout…

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e147. Cattle on Small Acreage with Janelle Anderson 54:58

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What if small-scale farming could be both sustainable and profitable? Join us as Janelle Anderson from The Haven Farmstead in Southern Middle Tennessee shares her inspiring journey from Wisconsin to Tennessee's rolling landscapes. Janelle opens up about her experiences on a cow-calf operation near the Montana border, and her transition to a more in…

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AoR 144: Jay Wilde, Idaho Rancher, Builds Beaver Habitat to Restore Stockwater 46:27

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"We have to think of beavers as our friend instead of our foe; for these watersheds to be healthy, you need beaver.” Rancher Jay Wilde experienced a paradigm shift some years ago that convinced him beavers were necessary to hold more water higher in the watershed for longer and that this hydrologic change would benefit a cattle operation in numerou…

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e146. Building a Partnership and Regenerative Ranch with McKinley Smoot and Mitch Dumke 1:02:46

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Join us for an engaging exploration of regenerative grazing with McKinley Smoot and Mitch Dumpke of Three Springs Landing Cattle. Mitch, transitioning from a tech background to regenerative agriculture, shares his insights alongside McKinley, who brings a lifetime of ranching experience and holistic management. Discover the dynamics of their collab…

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e145. Another Income Stream from Land Use with Nic De Castro 51:30

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Nic De Castro takes us on an extraordinary journey from his roots in Southern California to the vast landscapes of the Rocky Mountain West. As an avid hunter and fisherman, Nic turned his passion into a groundbreaking venture with LandTrust, a platform revolutionizing access to private lands for outdoor enthusiasts. In our latest episode of the Gra…

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e144. Revving Up Agritourism: Merging Land, Life, and Leisure with Taylor Moyer 1:10:46

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Join us on an exciting journey as we welcome back Taylor Moyer, who has transitioned from a successful NASCAR career to full-time farming. Over the past 18 months, Taylor has embraced the challenges and rewards of regenerative farming, leaving the racetrack after the last race in Phoenix to pursue his passion for agriculture. Taylor shares insights…

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AoR 143: Dr. John Buckhouse, Reflections on a Half Century of Thinking in Wholes, Part 1 48:44

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Riparian management, water quality, and livestock grazing used in the same sentence can warm up a room with heated discussion. John Buckhouse has spent a lifetime contending for the Radical Middle, where people recognize that land conditions that are good for fish are also good for cattle. He has effectively advocated for and led collaborative reso…

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e143. Creating a Thriving Farm from Scratch with Cedric Shannon 1:10:41

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Unlock the secrets to regenerative farming success with Cedric Shannon from Weathertop Farm in Virginia. Listen as Cedric recounts transforming 54 acres of potential housing development land into a thriving regenerative livestock operation. Inspired by Joel Salatin, Cedric shares how he and his wife, Sarah, started their farm journey with limited r…

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e142. Prescribed Conservation Grazing with Jake Yancey 1:05:04

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Unlock the secrets of successful cattle farming in wet climates with Jake Yancey from the Tracking Y Ranch in Western Washington. Join us for an inspiring exploration of Jake's journey as a first-generation rancher, overcoming the challenges of heavy rainfall to expand his operations across a thousand acres. Discover how Jake's innovative direct-to…

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e141. Rangeland Ecology with Blane Stacy 1:23:41

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Join us for an enlightening discussion with Blane Stacy, a rangeland management specialist from Northeast Oklahoma, as we explore the intricacies of regenerative grazing and rangeland management. Blane shares his fascinating journey from his early days in FFA to becoming a specialist assisting farmers and ranchers across the state with effective gr…

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e140. Confidence in Grass with Ted Miller 1:13:26

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Join us on the Grazing Grass Podcast as we explore the world of grass-based livestock production, featuring Ted Miller from Delta Dairy in Louisiana. Ted shares his fascinating journey of transitioning his dairy operation from Pennsylvania to the Mississippi Delta, offering insights into his innovative use of virtual collars for cattle management. …

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AoR 142: Understanding Grazing Effects on Soil Carbon, the sequel with Dr. Paige Stanley 1:15:17

6M ago1:15:17

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How do undergrazing and overgrazing affect soil carbon change? What does "optimal grazing" look like? This sequel episode with Paige Stanley goes deeper into the ways grazing factors affect the ecophysiology elements that are responsible for generating or release the various kinds of soil carbon. These changes remain difficult to quantify, but we c…

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e139. From Homestead to Thriving Ranch with Eileen Napier 1:04:20

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Join us as we welcome Eileen Napier of Ramstead Ranch, who shares her remarkable journey from humble beginnings on a two-acre property in Washington to establishing a thriving 240-acre regenerative livestock operation. Eileen and her partners, Stan Hayes and Jean Hayes, embarked on this adventure with no agricultural background, initially raising p…

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e138. Innovative Paths in Regenerative Agriculture with Farmer Angus 1:08:11

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Join us as we explore the transformative journey of Angus McIntosh, a former London stockbroker turned regenerative agriculture practitioner in South Africa. Angus shares his compelling story of transitioning from the corporate world to managing a wine farm near Cape Town. Influenced by Michael Pollan's "The Omnivore's Dilemma," he embraced regener…

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AoR 141: New Rangeland Wildlife Ecology & Conservation reference manual -- Lance McNew & Jeff Beck 51:34

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"The fields of rangeland and wildlife management are brothers in the same fight for the conservation, protection, and management of wildlife and one cannot be completely understood without knowledge of the other." --Paul Krausman. This quote from the foreword of a new edited volume on wildlife ecology highlights the integrated nature of rangeland s…

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e137. Grazing and Irrigated Pasture with Tyler and Justin Waddington 1:18:24

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Join us as we welcome Tyler and Justin to the Grazing Grass Podcast, where we explore the multi-generational farming legacy of their family in Yakima Valley, Washington. We kick off by discussing how their father began the family farm in the early 1990s and how Tyler and Justin now manage the operation, with Tyler overseeing livestock and Justin fo…

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e136. Creating Connections Through Ag Stories with Ashlynn Jones 1:05:42

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Join us as we welcome Ashlynn Jones from Southeast Iowa, who shares her inspiring journey into cattle farming. Starting with her early experiences in 4-H and showing cattle at national shows, Ashlynn gives us an inside look at her background with the Saler breed, renowned for its maternal traits and crossbreeding potential. She, along with her husb…

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AoR 140: Unsung Caretakers of Unseen Land -- Mark & Wendy Pratt, Idaho Ranchers 1:08:28

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Meet Mark and Wendy Pratt, ordinary people doing unglamorous work with extraordinary care. C.S. Lewis said "we delight to praise what we enjoy because the praise not merely expresses but completes the enjoyment. It is frustrating . . . to come suddenly, at the turn of the road, upon some mountain valley of unexpected grandeur and then to have to ke…

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e135. Revitalizing the Land with South Poll Cattle with Dakota Blanks 56:40

7M ago56:40

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Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of Dakota Blanks, a farmer from Appomattox, Virginia, who transitioned from a tobacco family background to grass-based livestock production. Dakota shares his experiences with South Poll Cattle, highlighting his grazing management practices and the integration of various livestock to improve pasture hea…

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e134. Starting at Ground Zero with Anthony Horvath 1:02:35

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Join us as we welcome Anthony Horvath from Michigan to share his journey of starting and managing a small-scale farm while balancing full-time off-farm work. Anthony's story begins from ground zero, where he utilized economical strategies like baling hay to expand his capabilities. Listen in as he discusses the challenges and rewards of operating a…

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