Best Grazing Grass Podcasts (2025)

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176. Building Iron Root Pastures from Backyard Chickens to Raw Milk Dairy with Ernie Mathes 1:35:03

3d ago1:35:03

1:35:03

In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, Cal talks with Ernie Mathis of Iron Root Pastures in Rising Fawn, Georgia. Ernie shares how he went from suburban New Jersey roots and metro Atlanta life to traveling the U.S. in an RV and finally settling on a dilapidated cow-calf farm to pursue a regenerative, multi-species livestock operation. He dis…

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Sward Management 17:47

2d ago17:47

17:47

In the twelfth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Yara’s Grassland Specialist Philip Cosgrave regarding the current mid-season. The conversation starts with Philip giving an overview of grass growth and quality, advice on nutrition for grass over the next few months including Yara product recommendations, farmers reviewing current nutrie…

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Teagasc Ballyhaise College Beef Farm Update 15:54

3d ago15:54

15:54

Noel Prunty and Liam McWeeney, from Teagasc Ballyhaise College, join Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge Podcast to give an update on breeding season and how the bulls performed finishing under 16 months. Noel gives a review of calving season 2025 and discusses how AI was used for the start of the breeding season before the stock bull. Liam hig…

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June Grass Management Tips 8:52

7d ago8:52

8:52

With surplus grass on most farms, Grass10 Manager, John Maher, has grassland management tips for the coming weeks. You can subscribe to the Grass10 newsletter here: https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/grassland/grass10/grass10-enewsletter/ For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on …

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175. Adapting Grazing and Breeding to Harsh Environments with Doug Badcock 54:16

10d ago54:16

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In this episode, we head to Zambia to talk with Doug Badcock of Green Lid Enterprises. Doug shares his journey from managing a diverse crop and livestock farm to developing a passion for grazing and livestock management. Situated just miles from the Congo border, Doug discusses the realities of ranching in Zambia’s unique environment—from tropical …

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Tipperary Dairy Calf to Beef Demonstration Farm Update 19:09

10d ago19:09

19:09

Teagasc Technician, Chloe Millar, from the Dairy Calf to Beef Demonstration Farm in Co. Tipperary gives an update on this week’s Beef Edge podcast on rearing calves this spring and management on the farm currently. There were 381 calves sourced on the farm this spring with the calves sourced from seven farms from specific sires with high dairu beef…

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174. A Subscription Model Transformed Jeff Siewicki’s Farm Business 1:15:29

17d ago1:15:29

1:15:29

In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, we're joined by Jeff Siewicki of Vital Mission Farm in South Carolina. Jeff shares his journey from raising 25 chickens for personal use to building a thriving regenerative poultry business focused on pasture-raised ducks and turkeys. With a background in science and no prior farming experience, Jeff ca…

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Men’s Health Week Tips & Advice 18:46

17d ago18:46

18:46

As part of Men’s Health Week, Laurence Gaughan, Regional Project Manager in the west of Ireland with the HSE, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast with some tips and advice on mental health for farmers. Farmers tend to prioritise farm work and the health of their animals and Laurence discusses how to keep healthy. He also outlines financial planning…

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173. Managing 8,000 Acres with Planned Migratory Grazing with Riki Kremers 1:18:08

24d ago1:18:08

1:18:08

Riki Kremers joins us from Kremers Ranch in Lance Creek, Wyoming, where she and her family manage 8,000 acres of rough, arid country with Angus-cross cattle, horses, and meat goats. Together with her husband and daughter, Riki has transitioned their operation from traditional set-stock grazing to a powerful combination of Instinctive Migratory Graz…

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Tim Meagher previews the Irish Grassland Beef Event on his farm 19:23

24d ago19:23

19:23

Tim Meagher from Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, who will host this year’s Irish grassland Association Beef Event, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss his farm system, while Paddy Casey from the Irish Grassland Association highlights what to expect at the event. It will take place on Tuesday June 10th, with the event kicking off at 6:30 pm sharp…

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Planning for next year 11:31

30d ago11:31

11:31

In the eleventh podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Yara’s YaraVita and Biologicals Product Manager Natalie Wood regarding planning to purchase fertiliser next year. Within this discussion Natalie gives an overview on some of the common mistakes when it comes to ordering fertiliser, how Sulphur is important for crop growth, product recomm…

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172. Balancing Horses, Sheep, and Goats in a Rotational Grazing System with Cherrie Nolden 1:20:26

1M ago1:20:26

1:20:26

In this episode, we chat with Cherrie Nolden of Wonder Acres Farm, located in Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Cherrie shares her extensive experience with multi-species grazing, highlighting her innovative approaches to adaptive grazing management and pasture improvement. She discusses how she manages her Norwegian Fjord horses, sheep, goats, and livestock …

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DairyBeef 500 farmer, JP Hammersley, on his farming system 11:06

1M ago11:06

11:06

DairyBeef 500 farmer, JP Hammersley from Co. Tipperary, is on this week’s Beef Edge with an update on his farm, management of calves at grass and the plan for finishing cattle on the farm. JP outlines his dairy calf to beef system with cattle finished at 20-24 months of age. All the calves are sourced locally from a nearby dairy farmer. He discusse…

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Breeding tips for spring calving suckler herds 18:10

1M ago18:10

18:10

As we are at a critical stage of the breeding season, Dr. David Kenny, researcher in Teagasc Grange, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss breeding on spring calving suckler herds and he has key tips to be aware of. David says that overall this spring has been good and cows were in good condition going to grass early and fit for breeding. …

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171. Growing a Farm Brand with Alex Russell 1:29:48

1M ago1:29:48

1:29:48

In this episode, we chat with Alex from Chucktown Acres, a regenerative farm based in Charleston, South Carolina. Alex shares his transformation from suburban musician and Bible college student to full-time regenerative farmer. His journey includes a pivotal internship at Polyface Farms and eventually taking over an existing farm operation in coast…

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Switching to YaraVera Amidas from other urea fertilisers 13:38

1M ago13:38

13:38

In the tenth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Yara Crop Nutrition Business Manager for South West England Nigel Hester regarding YaraVera Amidas. In this discussion Nigel gives an overview of the product, the changes regarding urea-based fertilisers in England for farmers, the importance of sulphur, soil analysis and other recommendati…

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170. Building a Bison Empire in Oklahoma with Dusty Baker 1:26:52

1M ago1:26:52

1:26:52

Dusty Baker of Cross Timbers Bison joins us on the Grazing Grass Podcast to share his journey from city life to raising bison full time in Sulphur, Oklahoma. With a background in wildlife ecology and a deep appreciation for the nearby Chickasaw National Recreation Area, Dusty took the leap into bison ranching during the pandemic, starting out on an…

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John Maher’s grass management tips at this critical time 21:37

1M ago21:37

21:37

Grass10 Manager, John Maher, is on this week’s Beef Edge to discuss grass management on the farm at this critical stage of the year. John gives an update on farms at the moment with some farms having had the best spring in years while other farms are looking for rain. Rain was very localised earlier this week and with not much rain forecast, it wil…

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The Da Byw discussions - Profit driven pasture with Rhys Williams 1:09:20

2M ago1:09:20

1:09:20

This month we chat to Rhys Williams. A farmer, consultant and founder and organiser of Da Byw, the sustainable livestock farming conference. We cover the dos and don'ts of a joint venture, regenerative sheep businesses (yes, sheep!), and the lineup for this year's Da Byw conference in North Wales. It's set to be a great conference, so take a look a…

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169. Moving Across the Country with Nick Jackson and Sarah Mahan 1:16:16

2M ago1:16:16

1:16:16

Nick Jackson and Sarah Mahan recently embarked on a transformative journey from Atkinson, Maine, to Healy, Kansas, to pursue regenerative agriculture. Their passion for soil health and sustainable farming practices led them to transition from market gardening to livestock farming. With backgrounds in organic agriculture and compost production, they…

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Calving and breeding season on Newford farm 9:51

2M ago9:51

9:51

Stephen Frend from the Newford demonstration herd in Co. Roscommon is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to give a review of calving, an update on the current breeding season and a look into management for the coming weeks. Stephen says that calvings have gone well this spring, cows calved over a compact 10 weeks and went to grass earlier this year i…

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Yara's Crop Nutrition Hubs 9:38

2M ago9:38

9:38

In the eighth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Crop Nutrition Agronomist Joe Blanche regarding Yara’s Crop Nutrition Hubs across the UK and Ireland. In this discussion Joe gives an overview about the current hubs, current challenges, topics which are covered at the hubs including, how farmers can attend, and the partners Yara are colla…

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168. Harnessing Nature's Balance for Better Beef with Jason Schoenfelder 1:07:53

2M ago1:07:53

1:07:53

Jason Schoenfelder, a passionate advocate for sustainable cattle farming, is our featured guest. Raised on the sun-soaked ranches of Southeast Arizona, Jason's journey took him to the verdant pastures of Northeast Oregon, where he has embraced innovative, pasture-based cattle finishing operations. Influenced by the revolutionary ideas of Allen Savo…

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Key tips for weed control on grazing and silage ground 12:59

2M ago12:59

12:59

Chris Maughan, Product and Technical Manager with Whelehan Crop Protection, discusses weed control on grazing and silage ground on this week’s Beef Edge podcast. Chris highlights the opportunity to control weeds, particularly docks in silage ground and grazing paddocks. Nettles and thistles are possibly the most common weed on farm and he outlines …

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The benefits of reseeding this spring 21:55

2M ago21:55

21:55

Mary McEvoy, Technical Development Manager with Germinal, joins Catherine Egan and Ciaran Lynch on this week’s joint episode of the Beef Edge and OviCast podcasts to discuss all aspects for carrying out reseeding. Given the weather this spring, in comparison to previous years, many farmers across the country are considering carrying out reseeding o…

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

2M ago1:26:48

1:26:48

Karson Rippstein is a rancher from The Ripp 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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Second Grass Rotations 13:35

2M ago13:35

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In the seventh podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Grassland Agronomist for Yara UK and Ireland Philip Cosgrave regarding Grass Rotations. In this discussion Philip gives an overview on the current grass growth rates, the importance within your plan for grass growth, how soil analysis can help farmers to know if any nutrients are low and …

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

2M ago1:20:58

1:20:58

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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Beef farmer, Sophie Tyner, on the coming weeks closing for silage 13:19

2M ago13:19

13:19

Beef farmer, Sophie Tyner, from county Wicklow, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss her beef system, her plans in the coming weeks closing for silage and how good quality silage is so important on her farm. Given that all the cattle are finished on the farm, good quality silage is very important to her system to reduce concentrates fed. …

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

3M ago1:08:56

1:08:56

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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SCEP Update & the new Dairy Beef Weighing Scheme 12:36

3M ago12:36

12:36

Margaret Brennan, Assistant Principal Officer over Beef Schemes with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss the new Dairy Beef Weighing Scheme that was announced recently and to give an update on all things scheme related. Dairy Beef Weighing Scheme Margaret, outlines the…

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Let's talk Biostimulants 18:28

3M ago18:28

18:28

In the sixth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to the Director of Biostimulants for Yara Antonis Angeletakis regarding the YaraAmplix range. In this discussion Antonis gives an overview of Biostimulants including the history, the role of Biostimulants can provide to farmers, the yield potential and advantages by including Biostimulants wit…

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

3M ago1:26:41

1:26:41

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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The benefits of grass-white clover and multi-species sward systems 13:58

3M ago13:58

13:58

Teagasc researcher, Sarah Burke, is on this week’s Beef edge podcast to discuss her latest research on grass-white clover and multi-species sward systems. A source of inefficiency in beef cattle production systems is the failure to meet live weight targets throughout the animals’ lifetime, resulting in animals being older at slaughter. Consequently…

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April Grass Management Tips 7:18

3M ago7:18

7:18

Grass10 Advisor Niamh Doyle has her grassland management tips for the month ahead. Niamh comments on current grazing conditions, grazing the first rotation and regrowths on the first paddocks. She also discusses closing up for silage and the importance of completing a fodder budget and using slurry efficiently. It is critical to assess the correct …

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

3M ago1:18:49

1:18:49

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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Reviewing beef prices and budgets for the coming months 16:36

3M ago16:36

16:36

Teagasc Beef Specialist, David Argue, is on this week’s Beef Edge discussing cattle finished so far this year and, given current increasing beef prices, budgets for the coming months. So far this year up to March 16th, 398,076 cattle have been finished according to the Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine. This is an increase of almost 11,…

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Cultivating Change: Brian Harper on Regenerative Farming, Family Succession, and Grass Grazing 1:30:28

3M ago1:30:28

1:30:28

Our first in-person interview, recorded at the MFGA Regenerative Ag conference in Brandon, Manitoba! In this episode, we have a lively conversation with Brian Harper, a professional land manager and cow-calf producer from Brandon, Manitoba. This interview explores Brian's farm operations, his innovative agricultural practices, and his insights into…

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Focus on Ireland 12:48

3M ago12:48

12:48

In the sixth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Head of Commercial Partnerships for Ireland Eva Ross. In this special podcast episode, the discussion starts with Eva giving an update on the current market, Government Legislations in Ireland, the Importance of Sulphur, Product Recommendations and Tools which are available to Farmers.…

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Future Beef farmer, Proinnsias Creedon, on managing grass this spring 13:02

3M ago13:02

13:02

Teagasc Future Beef farmer, Proinnsias Creedon, and his advisor, James Mullane, are on this week’s Beef Edge Podcast with an update on the farm and how Proinnsias is managing grass this spring. Proinnsias also explains his calf-to-beef system and how he manages balancing working off farm. The excellent paddock system on the farm has been a big bene…

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

3M ago1:23:40

1:23:40

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

4M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

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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Reviewing the 2024 profitability of the Future Beef Programme 16:49

4M ago16:49

16:49

Teagasc Future Beef programme advisor, Aisling Molloy, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to give an update on the Future Beef programme and to review profitability for 2024. Aisling first discusses the plan at the moment to get cattle to grass across the country. On review of the eProfit Monitor, the profitability for farmers in the programme has…

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Montbeliardes suiting an autumn and spring calving system in Wicklow 23:26

4M ago23:26

23:26

The brand new limited podcast series ‘The Dairy Trail’ takes listeners inside the yard of dairy farms across the country to hear what is happening on the ground. The new four-part series will cover everything from calving down cows, managing calves, herd nutrient requirements, getting cows out to grazing, and spreading slurry and fertiliser.…

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March Grass Management Tips 7:20

4M ago7:20

7:20

Grass10 Advisor Niamh Doyle has her grass management tips for the month ahead. Niamh discusses turn out of cattle and the spring rotation plan on farms and she highlights the key targets this spring. Niamh encourages farmers to apply slurry on soils that require Phosphorus and Potassium, particularly the silage ground. Based on soil samples and a n…

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Increase Nutrient Use Efficiency with Atfarm 13:49

4M ago13:49

13:49

In the fifth podcast episode of 2025, Ken Rundle speaks to Agronomy Operations Manager Natalie Wood about Yara’s free mobile application Atfarm. In this discussion Natalie goes into detail about Atfarm, some of the features such as the biomass maps, variable rate maps and using the N-Tester with the application, the latest developments relating to …

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

4M ago1:30:19

1:30:19

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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Parasite control and anthelmintic resistance 13:18

4M ago13:18

13:18

Teagasc Researcher, Orla Keane, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss parasite control and anthelmintic resistance. Orla highlights the importance of reviewing your farm health plan at this time of year and she discusses the project that she is involved in called the, ‘Managing Anthelmintic Resistance in Cattle Sustainably' (MARCS) project…

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Converting from winter milking to a fully spring calving herd 23:55

4M ago23:55

23:55

In the second episode of Agriland's latest limited podcast series 'The Dairy Trail', technical dairy journalist, Hugh Harney takes a trip to Larry Hannon's dairy farm in Ballitore, Co. Kildare. Larry Hannon has 235 cows to calve down this spring and has over 70% of the herd calved. The aim is to have 220 cows milking strong at the peak of the lacta…

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

4M 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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