Summary: TweetThe Toulouse Goose, a Great Homestead Grazing Animal. We have discussed at brief quite a bit on “mob grazing” lately, specificlly the work of people like Alan Savory and Greg Judy and the amazing results they have had. This has resulted in a large number of questions to me about how we can replicate this in smaller permaculture systems. The reality is it isn’t that difficult and simply by using smaller animals and understanding their behaviors we can gain similar results anywhere from a suburban yard to a small holding of a few acres. My hope today is that the entire concept of mob grazing is understood for what it actually is. Simply animals moving through a system they way they naturally would in nature. Along with why our current livestock need management to behave “naturally”. This is based both on land size limitations and the loss of the animals normal instincts due to centuries of domestication. Join Me Today As We Discuss… What is “mob grazing” Why is mob grazing natural Why does mob grazing work Paddock shift and tractoring (advantages and disadvantages of each) Thoughts on different animals and their roles in paddock shift/tractoring Chickens Rabbits Quail Ducks Guineas Goats and Sheep Pigs Geese Understanding animal needs and making husbandry easy Developing systems that others can run for you (when traveling) Thinking differently about your land, it is all a garden Resources for Today’s Show… Members Support Brigade 13Skills.com Join Our Forum TSP Mint TSP Gear Bulk Ammo – (sponsor of the day) Safe Castle Royal – (sponsor of the day) Greg Judy Presentation on Mob Grazing in MO Alan Savory Video on Mob Grazing (absolutely amazing before and after photos) Remember to comment, chime in and tell us your thoughts, this podcast is one man’s opinion, not a lecture or sermon. Also please enter our listener appreciation contest and help spread the word about our show. Also remember you can call in your questions and comments to 866-65-THINK and you might hear yourself on the air.
