'NO NONSENSE' GRAZING, a hybrid method for small farms

Here I present a novel way to graze cattle and manage pastures for small farms. We graze our 35 head herd of Dexter cattle on 30 acres, and found that mob grazing's cattle loading densities were not working for a small herd moved once per day. This prompted me to create a set of principles I call the "No Nonsense" grazing method. These principles include keeping cattle on optimum forage during both the grazing season and the winter hay feeding season, building good soil via trampled grass and compost application, and limiting the amount of nutritionally substandard stockpiled forage. No Nonsense grazing is a blend of older and cutting-edge grazing systems, while at the same time refuting some of the basic tenets of those systems.

[mattsharpe]

Pete’s fired up about hay and I’m here for it 😂

[lonnieburford]

I was so interested in his presentation that I only realized after two thirds through the video that I don’t even own any cows....

[jakeschroeder]

So many people don't realize just how much science goes into farming. Despite a lot of the incorrect stereotypes, farmers are some of the smartest people out there.

[lukagiltrap]

Yet another professional standard video from one of the best agricultural educators on Youtube! Thank you Pete!

[lsweeten]

Dude gets all excited about the topic and I'm thinking, "You crazy-animated man, I'm in! Let's feed the cows some good hay."

[nadineraynor]

Me, 80 year old country boy. The best Ag. Class I've ever had watching your programs. Thanks, White Bird Idaho.

[farmertylerranch]

It’s so nice to hear someone else say grazing is NOT a one size fits all endeavor! And you acknowledged growth stages/nutrient value which is something I don’t hear many others speak about but is so important! Thanks for the common sense!

[kennethdrake]

I love that I live a life where - you ranting about "hauling in hay" is the highlight of my week! Your enthusiasm is amazing and making my learning experience a lot more enjoyable. Thank you so much for what you do. It's making a big difference in a few people's lives, at least.

[davidwainwright]

The more I listen to you shows the more I want a homestead and the more I’m interested in Dexters

[ericmeriatkormann]

I work with Farmers, and they always share their knowledge freely. Amazing people

[searlearnold]

Amen Pete !! You have to figure out what works for your land and animals, what decreases your labor and inputs while building benefits and turning deficiencies back to benefits. Up here in western Canada what works in one mountain range doesn't work in another. We have 7 different regional climates in BC from coastal temperate rain forest to the northern tip of the mid altitude Sonora Desert. The soil differs from place to place also. Move over to Alberta and conditions are different all over the map again. If you don't experiment and dial in what works - you're bankrupt. If you don't measure and observe -you're guessing ! If you don't accept the reality of condition of your farm ecosystem - you will fight it and lose! I'm a big fan of Alan Savory and many others and the one thing that I found is that they all agree that you have to find what works for your farm. Love your channel, keep it coming!!

[raincoast]

Pete, you must have had TWO coffees this morning, you were on fire ! ha ha Great ideas and thoughts based on your observations and the size of your operation.

[tylermccurry]

Pete...you’re literally the man! Keep it up!!

[MisterBluminator]

I have a 7 Mothercows in south Germany and i do something like you do since 2 Years.
After 1 year i saw a big increas in yield
This method works realy good for small Farms

[davidswanson]

Living in Northwestern Pennsylvania snowbelt region, I understand the need of hay making . As far as stockpiling goes it depends on what type of grass is in the pasture. The best type of grass to use for stockpiling is fescue since it hold nutrients alot better than most other grasses.

[eddiecoppage]

Love the passion you have for your farm and livestock.

[sarahhudleston]

I come from Zimbabwe as does Allan Savory. He makes sense. I admire him a lot. Funnily I wanted to send this to a small farmer in Zim and then you mentioned Allan who I met in my teens. I am hooked on your channel. My dad in his twenties was a cattle rancher in Brazil before he and my mum settled in Zim. He would have loved this.

[farmerbobsgarden]

from 1k to almost 40k subscribers in 6 months. you're doing something right.

[farmerbobsgarden]

haha i had to watch this one over and over. too much info for my tiny brain to consume quickly. it is good info though. thank you . this is one of my new favorite channels to watch.

[misacarter]

It’s fascinating and educational to hear how you have tweaked your grazing for your context - esp in terms of small acerage. Thanks