Can't believe this has not gotten more views and comments. This is truly the only way for the future of agriculture. Thank you to all who put this together
@michaelduve563 жыл бұрын
This Old Farm. I’m sure you folks have already thought of this, but I think a Television program like “This Old House” that has been on for over 40 years, might be a great way to change public opinion about farming and farmers. Television is starving for content. If people can be entertained by watching drywall mud or paint dry. Or cement cure, how much more entertaining would farm life be? Imagine a show about the rehabilitation of an old worn out, overgrown, neglected farm. Hopefully near a university that is pro regenerative agriculture, pro rotational grazing, pro cover crop, pro no-till etc. Take measurements of the organic matter, the topsoil, soil microbes, insects, birds and other wildlife in the first episode and show the improvements every year. This show could show the world how profitable and rewarding farming is and improve the image of farmers. The sponsor or crowdfunding could buy or lease the farm to be renovated. The show would follow the host/farmer as he or she and the interns clear land, install infrastructure, build ponds, fences, barns, sawmill etc. Then bring in the livestock, showing how they are essential for soil health and improving the land year after year. This would help combat the anti-cow movement. Build a studio and editing suite on site so the video crew gets first hand exposure to all aspects of the farm. Following the interns would be a big part of the show. Where do they come from, what are their goals, what happens to them later on etc. Think how many people follow the contestants on shows like America’s Got Talent”. Show the host/farmer dealing with USDA and state and local regulations that limit the public from access to the best food. Hopefully to start a movement to change them. As the years progress, set up some of the interns with their own leased land, livestock etc. Maybe a “Fund a Farmer” campaign to get young people into farming and up and running. The show could also feature interviews of experts in these fields either on the show farm or at the farms of the experts. Showing how they use cover crops, rotate livestock, how they market the end product etc. No end of material for this show. As the farm grows over the years, more and more people would want to visit and hear the word about regenerative farming. More young people would consider farming as a career field and hopefully this would change the world.
@vivalaleta
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant!
@TheMws13 жыл бұрын
My grandson when 8 years old when he has spent nearly 3 weeks with me one summer said "Look Granddaddy there is some Johnson grass .It is a good thing our last name is not HorseNettle ."Smart boy .
@leelindsay56183 жыл бұрын
David Brandt knows just so much amazing info about regenerative Ag. With his processes, he will soon look like he farms on a hill as people around him lose topsoil.
@peterclark62902 жыл бұрын
No-till is compatible with Ripping (Yeoman's) to break the hard pan. 7" deep is too high. For a first amendment on a new project it has many advantages. The surface is barely moved but cracks and fissures are made for the roots, tubers and the rainfall. One other thing: Instead of crimpers consider mowing and mulching the cover crop. Even better is to have some light-footed herbivore chow down on it and leave pre-processed, refined fertiliser packages all over the soil. Sheep, goats, calves or smaller breeds of cattle (under 1,000 lbs, like Mashona) to prevent pugging. If there is a grazier who has hot-wire trained rotational flocks or herds they might enjoy having the opportunity for a high-nutrition feast (and spread the word).
@mikehill16132 жыл бұрын
Absolutely appreciate this beyond words. Love the fact you share your knowledge and experience. This is priceless! Thank you!
@jonathanbarten86493 жыл бұрын
Fantastic, intriguing. Platform to blast off from and start learning.
@kevinmcgrath1052 Жыл бұрын
Excellence and outstanding in the field
@savageairsoft92595 ай бұрын
Impressive! Thanks
@jamiebegley77413 жыл бұрын
What's are the best cover crops for NSW Australia 🇦🇺
@scottschaeffer892010 ай бұрын
Well Done!
@timluo61203 жыл бұрын
It ain't much but its honest work
@downbntout
2 жыл бұрын
Oh but that is much
@downbntout2 жыл бұрын
The name I'd put on that 8%OM soil would be 'Chocolate Cake'
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Can't believe this has not gotten more views and comments. This is truly the only way for the future of agriculture. Thank you to all who put this together
This Old Farm. I’m sure you folks have already thought of this, but I think a Television program like “This Old House” that has been on for over 40 years, might be a great way to change public opinion about farming and farmers. Television is starving for content. If people can be entertained by watching drywall mud or paint dry. Or cement cure, how much more entertaining would farm life be? Imagine a show about the rehabilitation of an old worn out, overgrown, neglected farm. Hopefully near a university that is pro regenerative agriculture, pro rotational grazing, pro cover crop, pro no-till etc. Take measurements of the organic matter, the topsoil, soil microbes, insects, birds and other wildlife in the first episode and show the improvements every year. This show could show the world how profitable and rewarding farming is and improve the image of farmers. The sponsor or crowdfunding could buy or lease the farm to be renovated. The show would follow the host/farmer as he or she and the interns clear land, install infrastructure, build ponds, fences, barns, sawmill etc. Then bring in the livestock, showing how they are essential for soil health and improving the land year after year. This would help combat the anti-cow movement. Build a studio and editing suite on site so the video crew gets first hand exposure to all aspects of the farm. Following the interns would be a big part of the show. Where do they come from, what are their goals, what happens to them later on etc. Think how many people follow the contestants on shows like America’s Got Talent”. Show the host/farmer dealing with USDA and state and local regulations that limit the public from access to the best food. Hopefully to start a movement to change them. As the years progress, set up some of the interns with their own leased land, livestock etc. Maybe a “Fund a Farmer” campaign to get young people into farming and up and running. The show could also feature interviews of experts in these fields either on the show farm or at the farms of the experts. Showing how they use cover crops, rotate livestock, how they market the end product etc. No end of material for this show. As the farm grows over the years, more and more people would want to visit and hear the word about regenerative farming. More young people would consider farming as a career field and hopefully this would change the world.
@vivalaleta
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant!
My grandson when 8 years old when he has spent nearly 3 weeks with me one summer said "Look Granddaddy there is some Johnson grass .It is a good thing our last name is not HorseNettle ."Smart boy .
David Brandt knows just so much amazing info about regenerative Ag. With his processes, he will soon look like he farms on a hill as people around him lose topsoil.
No-till is compatible with Ripping (Yeoman's) to break the hard pan. 7" deep is too high. For a first amendment on a new project it has many advantages. The surface is barely moved but cracks and fissures are made for the roots, tubers and the rainfall. One other thing: Instead of crimpers consider mowing and mulching the cover crop. Even better is to have some light-footed herbivore chow down on it and leave pre-processed, refined fertiliser packages all over the soil. Sheep, goats, calves or smaller breeds of cattle (under 1,000 lbs, like Mashona) to prevent pugging. If there is a grazier who has hot-wire trained rotational flocks or herds they might enjoy having the opportunity for a high-nutrition feast (and spread the word).
Absolutely appreciate this beyond words. Love the fact you share your knowledge and experience. This is priceless! Thank you!
Fantastic, intriguing. Platform to blast off from and start learning.
Excellence and outstanding in the field
Impressive! Thanks
What's are the best cover crops for NSW Australia 🇦🇺
Well Done!
It ain't much but its honest work
@downbntout
2 жыл бұрын
Oh but that is much
The name I'd put on that 8%OM soil would be 'Chocolate Cake'
what kind of herbaisde? ROUNDUP?