In this episode, we talk with Cal Hardidge, a regenerative farmer and host of the 'Grazing Grass' podcast. We delve into the principles and practices of grass-based livestock management, focusing on topics such as rotational grazing, the benefits of diverse livestock, and the importance of soil health. Cal also shares insights from his own farming journey, detailing his transition from conventional to regenerative agriculture, and offers practical advice for homesteaders and farmers with smaller acreages. We also discuss the benefits and challenges of integrating different livestock species, as well as the potential advantages of using practices like chicken tractoring and managing woodland areas with goats and pigs. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in improving pasture management and transitioning to more sustainable farming techniques.

This is episode 105 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers.

Cal's Info:

Website: https://grazinggrass.com

Podcast: Grazing Grass Podcast

Mona's Info:

Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist:

https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

Homesteading for Beginners workbook:

https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook

Shop Homesteading Supplies on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona

101 Homestead Income Ideas List:

https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome

Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK):

https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan

Mona's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

00:00 Introduction to Our Special Guest: Cal Hardidge
01:22 Cal's Journey into Regenerative Farming
05:25 Understanding Regenerative Agriculture
09:33 Benefits of Rotational Grazing
11:13 Diversity in Livestock for Better Pasture Management
15:57 Integrating Chickens and Managing Wooded Areas
21:10 Choosing the Right Grasses and Hay Management
30:08 Debating the Use of Chemicals in Hay
30:59 Managing Thistles and Spot Spraying
31:39 Concerns About Grazon and Manure
34:11 Rotational Grazing on Small Acreage
36:13 Setting Up Electric Fencing for Grazing
37:19 Daily vs. Weekly Rotations
46:07 Misconceptions About Regenerative Agriculture
51:55 Choosing the Right Cattle Breed
56:53 Conclusion and Contact Information

In this episode I dive into 25 practical ways to kickstart your homesteading journey, even if you have little to no land. From gardening on apartment balconies to learning animal husbandry without owning animals, I cover a variety of essential skills. I also discuss composting, preserving food, foraging, bread making, herbalism, and much more. I share my experiences and provide valuable tips on how to become more self-sufficient and sustainable.

Are ready to start your homesteading journey but you're not sure exactly how to begin? The Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit will take you through the steps you need to start your journey off on the right foot so that you can prevent homesteader burnout.

This starter kit is on sale until June 30th 2024. Get 35% off by using the code: HOMESTEADSTART

https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart

Watch this episode on YouTube and please don't forget to subscribe to my channel:

https://youtu.be/Jht3vntO0mQ

Episdodes mentioned in this episode:

Gardening:

Ep.96 Turn Your Black Thumb Green with These Tips: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/096-turn-your-gardening-black-thumb-green-with-these-tips

Ep. 82 Organic Gardening with Jessica Gaige: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/082-organic-gardening-for-beginners-with-jessica-gaige

Composting:

Ep. 26 Worm Farming : https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/026-homestead-income-series-worm-farming

Preserving Food:

Ep. 49 - Melissa K. Norris on the 9 Food Preservation Methods: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/049-melissa-k-norris-on-the-9-food-preservation-methods

Bee Keeping:

Ep. 92- Natural Bee Keeping with Adam & Leslie Martin : https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/092-homesteading-community-natural-beekeeping-with-adam-leslie-martin-of-beekept

Natural Dyeing: Jessica Unsell 🌿 Color Seeker (@wild_fire_water_) • Instagram photos and videos

Home Health Care:

Ep. 98. Homesteader Health with Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Amber Belt

https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/098-homesteader-health-with-naturopathic-physician-dr-amber-belt

Microgreens:

Ep. 77 Growing Microgreens with Laura Patterson

https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/blog/microgreensbusiness

Homeschooling:

Ep. 63 Homesteading and Homeschooling with Cody Hanner

https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/063-homeschooling-homesteading-with-kody-hanner-part-1

Permaculture:

Ep. 52 What is Permaculture and How Can It Help You?

https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/052-what-is-permaculture-how-can-it-help-you

00:00 Introduction to Homesteading for Beginners
00:15 Starting Your Homesteading Journey with Little to No Land
01:24 Gardening: The Foundation of Homesteading
02:32 Composting and Vermicomposting
03:28 Preserving and Seed Saving
05:18 Animal Husbandry: Caring for Livestock
07:12 Kitchen Skills: Bread, Cheese, and Cooking from Scratch
08:38 Foraging, Hunting, and Fishing
10:01 Herbalism and Soap Making
11:19 Welding, Carpentry, and Beekeeping
12:56 Budgeting, Natural Dyeing, and Aquaponics
15:04 Home Health Care and Butchery
16:31 Growing Fodder and Microgreens
17:43 Homeschooling and Woodworking
19:10 Permaculture Design and Conclusion

In this episode of the 'Homesteading for Beginners' podcast, I emphasize the importance of celebrating small wins to remain motivated and achieve long-term goals. I share personal stories from my homesteading and gardening journey, illustrating how celebrating incremental progress has been crucial in my 20+year experience. I also offer practical tips for maintaining a positive mindset and discuss the broader impacts of this mentality on homesteading and life.

Are ready to start your homesteading journey but you're not sure exactly how to begin? The Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit will take you through the steps you need to start your journey off on the right foot so that you can prevent homesteader burnout.

This starter kit is on sale until June 30th 2024. Get 35% off by using the code: HOMESTEADSTART

https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart

Watch this episode on YouTube and please don't forget to subscribe to my channel:

https://youtu.be/7AdZfLsMh6M

101 Homestead Income Ideas List:

https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome

Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK):

https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan

Shop Homesteading Books and Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona

Mona's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

Hey there, future and new homesteaders! In this episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast, we’re getting real about homesteading. Is it as amazing as it sounds, or are there some hidden challenges you need to know about? I’ll be sharing a list of pros and cons to help you get a clear picture of what to expect. Whether you’re just daydreaming about the homesteading life or you’re already digging into the dirt, this episode is for you. Grab a cup of coffee (or tea), sit back, and let’s chat about the true ups and downs of homesteading!

Watch this episode on YouTube and don't forget to subscribe!

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/9btGqzL67R8

Get the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

Get the Homesteading for Beginner’s Starter Kit: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart

Mona’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona

Have you ever dreamed of having a beautiful and affordable greenhouse? Check out the DIY greenhouse plans from Hillside Market. #homesteading #homesteadingforbeginners #greenhouse #gardening

In this interview with Carolynne Hill we talk about the ins and outs of building and having a greenhouse.

This is episode 101 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast.
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast!

View the YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/BjR4juQnNtc

Check out the Hillside Market designs here: DIY Greenhouses with Carolynne Hill from Hillside Market

Website: https://thehillsidemarket.com

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/TheHillsideMarket?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1428233164&from_page=listing

Carolynne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehillsidemarket?igsh=ZDkxcWQ1YTY4aTZ2

New to homesteading? Get the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist:

https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

Get the Homesteading for Beginner’s Starter Kit: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart

Mona’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona

Celebrate with me today! This is the 100th episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast!

This podcast has been a labor of love and I'm just thrilled that I've made it this far. Thank you for being a part of the sucess of this podcast. I really value your listening ear.

Are ready to start your homesteading journey but you're not sure exactly how to begin? The Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit will take you through the steps you need to start your journey off on the right foot so that you can prevent homesteader burnout.

This starter kit is on sale until June 30th 2024. Get 35% off by using the code: HOMESTEADSTART

https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart

Watch this episode on YouTube and please don't forget to subscribe to my channel:

https://youtu.be/FHaKlaWqA6M?si=28oh_hM2jGUfroYG

I hope you are having a wonderful day! <3

Building a community involves embracing differences while focusing on common goals. In this episode I share some tips on how to be a good community member and how to start a community if you can't find what you are looking for.

I also share about the four pillars on homesteading:

1. Food security
2. Self-sufficient skill building
3. Preparedness.
4. Slower living

This episode is packed with information that will help you find our build a thriving homestead community.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Watch this episode on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/nmDwoOZIfBM?si=9Yve0IfYdqRU9Y86

101 Homestead Income Ideas List:

https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome

Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK):

https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan

More info:

Shop Homesteading Books and Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona

Mona's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

It's important for homesteaders to have healthy bodies and minds. One way to do that is learn how to support our healthy by reducing things that tear our health down and increase things and aid in healing.

On today's episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast I'm talking with a Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Amber Belt. She shares so very important information about how to support our health as homesteaders.

In this episode she share protocols for preventivity and post illness healing. Learn about self-suffienct health with Dr. Belt.

Episode mentioned:

Episode with Body Builder Robert Sikes: 079. Keto & Homesteading with Robert Sikes

Wildcraft game: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona/curation/5b56240e-99e3-47df-99ac-82905df446af?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfcur_aipsffarmer_mona_N09RGRTNG1K5GGJE1437

Dr. Amber Belt's Info:

101 Homestead Income Ideas List:

https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome

Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK):

https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan

Shop Homesteading Books and Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona

Mona's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

Listen on Apple or Spotify:

Apple:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homesteading-for-beginners/id1636732326

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/4BRPb5IuC66BZwrzcWJtMR