Farmer Sidney
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A Day In The Life On A Small Farm
A Day In The Life On A Small Farm
Join me for a behind-the-scenes look at a Day in the Life as I balance working an off-the-farm job while managing my regenerative farm, The Nakid Acres. From feeding pasture-raised chickens, ducks, sheep, and pigs to ensuring sustainable, nutrient-rich pastures, I’ll show you what it takes to keep everything running smoothly. Learn about regenerative farming, animal husbandry, and how I prioritize healthy, happy animals even with a busy off-farm work schedule. If you're passionate about farming or curious about the real-life hustle behind it, this video is for you!
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Відео

From Chickens to Cash | Small & Large Scale Farming
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From Chickens to Cash | Small & Large Scale Farming #apppa #pasturemanagement #pasturepoultry #rotationalgrazing #regenerativefarming *Where to Connect with Me:* - Instagram: fermiersidney - Facebook: thenakidgardeners For exclusive updates, offers, and announcements, visit our website: www.thenakidgardeners.com. Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter! *Sending Gi...
Our Plan To Protect Our Livestock From Predators
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Our Plan To Protect Our Livestock From Predators Join us as we walk the perimeter of our farm, tagging trees for removal and planning the installation of a new perimeter fence. Good pasture management is essential for livestock protection, and in this farm DIY project, we're tackling tree removal and fence repairs to secure our animals. Learn how homesteading and regenerative farming practices ...
Pigs 101 Class CHANGED MY LIFE Forever!
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Pigs 101 Class CHANGED MY LIFE Forever! Discover how a Pigs 101 class transformed our approach to raising pasture-raised pigs using rotational grazing and regenerative farming techniques. Learn how proper pasture management and training pigs on a hot wire made it possible for us to confidently raise our own pigs, rotating them weekly on fresh grass. If you're interested in sustainable farming, ...
Moving Pasture Pigs On New Pasture
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Moving Pasture Pigs On New Pasture In this video, we're taking you through the process of moving our pasture pigs onto fresh, nutrient-rich grass using Gallagher products for optimal animal management. Rotational grazing is a key part of our farming practice, ensuring our pigs enjoy a natural diet while helping to maintain healthy soil. We’ll show you how we set up the paddocks, manage the past...
From Backyard Gardener to Becoming A Farmer | My Unexpected Journey
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From Backyard Gardener to Becoming A Farmer - My Unexpected Journey *Where to Connect with Me:* - Instagram: fermiersidney - Facebook: thenakidgardeners For exclusive updates, offers, and announcements, visit our website: www.thenakidgardeners.com. Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter! *Sending Gifts? Check Out Our Wishlist:* - View our Amazon Wishlist - www.ama...
How We Keep Our Pigs Happy On Pasture
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How We Keep Our Pigs Happy On Pasture #regenerativeagriculture #farming #pig #livestockfarming #pigsonpasture In this video, we take you on a journey to show how we keep our pigs happy and healthy while living on pasture in 2024. Discover the benefits of pasture-raised pigs and learn about our unique care practices that ensure their well-being. From providing ample space to roam and forage, to ...
Processing Pasture Raised Meat Birds | American Bresse
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Processing Pasture Raised Meat Birds | American Bresse Discover our farm's expert process for processing pasture-raised American Bresse meat birds! Join us as we detail our farm's methods, tips, and tricks for ethically processing poultry on-site. Learn how we ensure quality and humane practices every step of the way. Watch now to see how we handle American Bresse chickens from pasture to plate...
Raising Sheep for a Year | What I've Learned
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Raising Sheep for a Year | What I've Learned We share our journey and insights from our first year of raising sheep for beginners. Whether you're new to sheep farming or looking to improve your sheep management practices, this video offers valuable tips and lessons learned from our experiences. Join us as we discuss the basics of sheep care, including feeding, housing, and health maintenance. W...
Rotational Grazing Made Easy with Gallagher Turbo Sheep Netting 2024
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Rotational Grazing Made Easy with Gallagher Turbo Sheep Netting 2024 Learn how to easily implement rotational grazing for your sheep on new pastures with the help of Gallagher Turbo Sheep Netting. This innovative netting system simplifies dividing your grazing area, improving pasture health, and maximizing your flock's potential. Watch this video to discover how Gallagher Turbo Sheep Netting ca...
Our Daily Duck & Goose Routine for Free Ranging & Bedtime
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Our Daily Duck & Goose Routine for Free Ranging & Bedtime Join us in this video as we take you through our daily routine with our ducks and geese, showcasing how we manage to allow them to free range all day. We'll also demonstrate just how effortless it is to put them up in the evening for bedtime. Watch to learn our tips and tricks for a smooth and enjoyable experience caring for these deligh...
Did Our Meat Birds SURVIVE the Storm? | HEARTBREAKING Footage
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Did Our Meat Birds SURVIVE the Storm? | HEARTBREAKING Footage
First Rabbit Workshop Of The Year
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First Rabbit Workshop Of The Year
Homesteading Challenges in the Rain
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Homesteading Challenges in the Rain
How We Wean And Sex Our Rabbits
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How We Wean And Sex Our Rabbits
DIY Sheep Shelter | How I Built It Without Plans
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DIY Sheep Shelter | How I Built It Without Plans
Selecting NEW Feeder Lambs + Treating Sheep with Pink Eye
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Selecting NEW Feeder Lambs Treating Sheep with Pink Eye
Cheap and Easy DIY Hay Feeder For Our Sheep
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Cheap and Easy DIY Hay Feeder For Our Sheep
She Left Me On The FARM ALONE....To Do All The Farm Chores
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She Left Me On The FARM ALONE....To Do All The Farm Chores
Feeding And Watering Our Chickens with the help of STROMBERG
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Feeding And Watering Our Chickens with the help of STROMBERG
Our Bucks Was Sterile And Then This Happened
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Our Bucks Was Sterile And Then This Happened
Why Every Pasture Poultry Producer Should Attend
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Why Every Pasture Poultry Producer Should Attend
Meet Your New Baby Daddy
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Meet Your New Baby Daddy
Are We Ready For The ARCTIC BLAST | 2024 Texas
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Are We Ready For The ARCTIC BLAST | 2024 Texas
Pasture Management On A Small Scale
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Pasture Management On A Small Scale

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  • @bluenetmarketing
    @bluenetmarketing 5 днів тому

    What is the YT channel name of the guy you learned from?

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 5 днів тому

      He does not have a UA-cam channel. It was a local friend of ours from a Facebook group.

  • @lauraoverholt7840
    @lauraoverholt7840 7 днів тому

    Lots of excellent information here! I have a few Katahdins in the mid-Atlantic region on Maryland's eastern shore. I struggled with parasites in the beginning due to our humid climate (I've spent a summer around Austin, our summer weather here is similar to there but about 10 degrees cooler). I took a FAMACHA class at the University of Delaware and learned SO MUCH about parasites and parasite management - I highly recommend that anyone with sheep take a FAMACHA class, it is very much worth the time. One of the most crucial things I learned was that parasite eggs hatch on day three, so I started rotating my sheep every 2-3 days through smaller paddocks with my chickens following right behind them. The shorter rotation has made a huge difference in the health of my sheep. I have also planted chicory for the tannins. I don't know how much difference that has made for parasites but the sheep love it, and since we get mild winters here it stays green and lush pretty much year-round.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 5 днів тому

      We just got approved with cross fencing by the NRCS and plan on making smaller paddocks for our sheep and overseeding our pasture. I plan to overseeding our pasture with chicory as well

  • @7FarmerSidney7
    @7FarmerSidney7 15 днів тому

    Our journey: ua-cam.com/video/o8ThuX8tEqk/v-deo.htmlsi=o_2fJ3197p2rALRm

  • @spenc62
    @spenc62 15 днів тому

    Hey Farmer Sidney congratulations on winning the watermelon war sub from Broke Farmers live.❤❤❤

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 15 днів тому

      Thank you. Nice chatting with yall that other night.

  • @urbangardeningchronicles
    @urbangardeningchronicles 16 днів тому

    eggciting

  • @dwighthires3163
    @dwighthires3163 17 днів тому

    Enjoy your time at the AAPPA conference. Some day I can imagine that you will be able to be one of their speakers.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 16 днів тому

      Thanks Dwight. Not sure if i could ever do that lol

    • @dwighthires3163
      @dwighthires3163 16 днів тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 Sure you can. You have something you are doing which others want to do. Specifically, you are developing a strain of American Bress and making it profitable. That will be a teachable skill when you have a strain that is demonstrably superior.

  • @7FarmerSidney7
    @7FarmerSidney7 17 днів тому

    Our pasture poultry management: ua-cam.com/video/XMl2WcDdf3M/v-deo.htmlsi=fOzTBxlEW3BNVyA-

  • @rachelsflock281
    @rachelsflock281 21 день тому

    You said you got approved for the fencing and water line. Could you talk a bit more about that program and process?

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 21 день тому

      ...and overseeding. Yes, we will talk about it on a few upcoming videos and maybe Facebook/Instagram

  • @BrokeFarmer
    @BrokeFarmer 22 дні тому

    Good plan to be a good neighbor

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 22 дні тому

      Can't have the animals messing up other peoples property. Eating up all their garden and things.

  • @BrokeFarmer
    @BrokeFarmer 22 дні тому

    Sugar foot 😂 them ants!

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 22 дні тому

      Haha had me paranoid the whole time 😆

  • @musicgroopie1
    @musicgroopie1 22 дні тому

    I would not free range pigs but the ones I've kept in pens are easier to control. They're actually quite intelligent as long as you don't overcrowd them( same as humans). Pigs will actually use one corner of the pen to deficate and pee and the opposite corner to eat and sleep. I have a shelter for sleeping and I don't overcrowd my individual pens.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 22 дні тому

      @@musicgroopie1 We don't free range, we pasture raise. What breed do you raise?

  • @dwighthires3163
    @dwighthires3163 22 дні тому

    Wow, that is going to make a big difference. You must have marked a dozen to fifteen trees. You just said 14 trees. Way to be a thoughtful neighbor.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 22 дні тому

      Yes, sir. Some of the trees were on our property, but since the property is vacant, it will plant more trees if the property owner says something.

  • @7FarmerSidney7
    @7FarmerSidney7 22 дні тому

    Our journey: ua-cam.com/video/o8ThuX8tEqk/v-deo.html

  • @michaelfreeman4823
    @michaelfreeman4823 22 дні тому

    Hi Farmer sydney. Great video. Can you share a link to the pig class?

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 22 дні тому

      This was a in person class that we took. We learned about it through a East TX Homestead Co-Op Facebook group

  • @scottlavertujr6394
    @scottlavertujr6394 26 днів тому

    were ever your gate opening is, make the gate made out of wood because they know they can rub against it. I use wooden gates now for 2yrs and it works great. I learn by watching a Joel salatin video. Its under Justin Rhodes videos and its called Joel Salatin teaches pasture pigs. I learn a lot of how to raise pasture pigs

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 26 днів тому

      Yes, i have watched that video countless times. I actually designed our paddock to be that way once we get our cross fences up. What breed of pigs do you raise, and how many do you raise per year?

  • @LeroyBrown-zx3qj
    @LeroyBrown-zx3qj 26 днів тому

    2 hogs 3 wire electric. I turned it off for some maintenance. It was of for a month before I realized. Never got out.

    • @LeroyBrown-zx3qj
      @LeroyBrown-zx3qj 26 днів тому

      Off

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 26 днів тому

      Haha they really are a habit of natural. More physiological than a physical barrier. What type of hog were you raising?

    • @LeroyBrown-zx3qj
      @LeroyBrown-zx3qj 26 днів тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 Down to 2 Mangalitsa

  • @nhatMEDIA97
    @nhatMEDIA97 27 днів тому

    I really like your sharing, the farm is wonderful, can I visit if I have a chance?

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 27 днів тому

      Appreciate the kind words. Sure when would did you have in mind?

  • @germanmartinez7467
    @germanmartinez7467 27 днів тому

    You guys are doing a great job, keep doing it please, so good video, very informative about raising pigs, you should have thousands of views.

  • @MickSupper
    @MickSupper 28 днів тому

    The Mrs. needs a microphone. :)

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 28 днів тому

      Haha she does not know how to use her country voice yet. It's only been four years now, lol

  • @MickSupper
    @MickSupper 28 днів тому

    4:32 Yep, they'll learn quick. lol

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 28 днів тому

      It only took that one about a week or less to learn lol

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 28 днів тому

      Do you raise any pigs?

    • @MickSupper
      @MickSupper 28 днів тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 I don't but could tell from your video. We did raise one in a very tiny, confined pen (all I had)

  • @fairviewhomestead
    @fairviewhomestead 28 днів тому

    Butcher Benny Tee on UA-cam. He’s a pro at butchering and has some great vids (for sheep) I understand having a hands on instruction though for sure. We ended up just doing it. I feel pigs are a little more tedious (especially if you skin. Main thing is taking your time and having everything set up. I really like learning from Billy at Permapasture farms as well. Really like seeing you process and journey! Keep up the good work!

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 28 днів тому

      Yes I like to be hands on learn how instead of watching on UA-cam university when it comes to things like that. So i know what i am hitting or feeling for. I watch Billy aka PIMP lol. Apprecthe kind words.

  • @donaldmartin836
    @donaldmartin836 28 днів тому

    Wow great video and very informative. I’m looking to raise a few pigs for meat for my family early next year. Thanks for sharing.👍🏾

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 28 днів тому

      Do you know what kind of pigs? How many? Rotational grazing?

    • @donaldmartin836
      @donaldmartin836 28 днів тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 I’m looking seriously at the Red Wattle. Also like the Hampshire. They will be raised in my silvopasture. I’m only looking to start with two or four.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 28 днів тому

      I was looking at Red Wattle x Tamworth, but the breeder i was trying to get them from did have them bred in time, so we went these three different breeds.

  • @dwighthires3163
    @dwighthires3163 29 днів тому

    Each thing we raise is an opportunity to learned new skills. Congratulations! You look like you will do well with these new skills.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 29 днів тому

      Thanks Dwight. Yes it is. Two more months today, and they will be in freezer camp

  • @7FarmerSidney7
    @7FarmerSidney7 29 днів тому

    Our 1st generation family farm: ua-cam.com/video/o8ThuX8tEqk/v-deo.htmlsi=rXT05Rs2HWCiAxZb

  • @marcruel9401
    @marcruel9401 Місяць тому

    Meishan is a good breed

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 29 днів тому

      Never heard of that breed. What makes them a good breed? Temperament? Fat content? Pasture management? Meat Quality?

    • @marcruel9401
      @marcruel9401 29 днів тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 temperament, p m don’t root, meat. Chinese like them

  • @LetsCookingforPigs
    @LetsCookingforPigs Місяць тому

    Great guide!

  • @homecebudontlimit3415
    @homecebudontlimit3415 Місяць тому

    Chicken so big and eggs

  • @johnduggan9words
    @johnduggan9words Місяць тому

    I agree that hand feeding pigs has huge benefits when managing them. I also soak the feed and recommend it for food efficiency. I love pigs. Raising Hampshire cross pigs.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 Місяць тому

      Most definitely. Plus, make sure you have more eyes on and interact with them. How long have you been raising pigs and do you pasture raise pigs?

    • @johnduggan9words
      @johnduggan9words Місяць тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 first year just farrowed 27. On pasture no shelter other than trees mild coastal climate. ❤️ 🐽

  • @MickSupper
    @MickSupper 2 місяці тому

    What chest mount do you have? I have a Stuntman chest mount that I've had for about 2 years, but it's bulkier than yours.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      It was a cheap kit I picked up from Wal-Mart

  • @jessedominguez9534
    @jessedominguez9534 2 місяці тому

    Great video brotha, Love what you're doing! Thank you for this video. I'm trying to implement this with my pigs!

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Appreciate the feedback. How many pigs are you raising? How long have you been raising pigs?

  • @7FarmerSidney7
    @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

    Want more videos on pasture pigs: ua-cam.com/video/SsyK_M4GVMg/v-deo.htmlsi=260sped6KKtq7D0P

  • @OKHSDR
    @OKHSDR 2 місяці тому

    Hi Sidney, thank you for making this video and sharing your journey. Best wishes and God bless.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      You're welcome. Do you currently raise sheep?

  • @JesseDominguez-f1x
    @JesseDominguez-f1x 2 місяці тому

    Can you make a video on the electric fence u have for your pigs please. You have an awesome set up!

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Yes I actually had one ready but lost some footage and have to redo it. We have a short video about it coming out today be on the look out. Will have more in depth in another video

  • @theweedgarden1262
    @theweedgarden1262 2 місяці тому

    I use a 50m measuring tape or a roll of surveyors string cut to length, to mark out where the new fences will go before mowing. No need to double handle the new fences 😉 A Beautiful farm you guys have there!

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Great tip! I am not sure I fully understand it but willing to give it a try.

  • @TwoDovesBees
    @TwoDovesBees 2 місяці тому

    that's a great recap of your journey! Thanks for sharing!

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for watching! Glad yall stop by

  • @TheDiligentSoul
    @TheDiligentSoul 2 місяці тому

    I'm getting started finally and really appreciate this video :)

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Awesome on getting started. What got you started on this journey? Location? How many acres?

  • @dwighthires3163
    @dwighthires3163 2 місяці тому

    I believe my personal favorite of you animals is your American Bresse. Thank you for the farm overview. I enjoyed it today.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      You and the Mrs love the American Bresse chicken. I'm with the rabbits and the lamb. Those are my spirit aniamls, lol Well i hope not they are prey animals lol 😆

    • @dwighthires3163
      @dwighthires3163 2 місяці тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 I guess you can argue that chickens are predators of insects.

  • @7FarmerSidney7
    @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

    See how we raise pigs on pasture: ua-cam.com/video/SsyK_M4GVMg/v-deo.htmlsi=jbiDRqzgM1YIfW2u

  • @SgtSnausages
    @SgtSnausages 2 місяці тому

    Geese are delicious, easy, and can live 100% on forage/free range. Why get rid of 'em?

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      We haven't gotten rid of them. The ones I enjoy the most out of all the poultry.

  • @dwighthires3163
    @dwighthires3163 2 місяці тому

    That was a nice use of your evening light. I looked nice.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Are you talking about the thumbnail or on the video? Well, both was by accident.

    • @dwighthires3163
      @dwighthires3163 2 місяці тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 I was talking about the video

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      @@dwighthires3163 Ahhh that was by accident or by luck. time of day when I got off from work and home when taking care of the animals. Thanks for the feedback.

  • @stevellb5403
    @stevellb5403 2 місяці тому

    We raise pure bred American black belly’s in northern Alberta Canada very hardy breed. Great with extremely cold winters ..

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Interesting. What are they raised for? Meat? Lard? Or both? How long have you been raising them?

  • @bluewoodsloyalty2773
    @bluewoodsloyalty2773 2 місяці тому

    Regardless of your disclaimer, all I heard was "You are a Poop Scientist" 😂

  • @7FarmerSidney7
    @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

    - HenGear: [Save $15 with code: TNG15] hengear.com/?ref=the_nakid_ga...

  • @horseblinderson4747
    @horseblinderson4747 2 місяці тому

    I do not have sheep myself but have been researching in the of chance I can ever get my acct together enough to live my dream. Around here mid Atlantic, PA between Philly and Allentown. Everyone has Kahtadins. Zone 6-7 really need to search to find anything other than Kahtadins. They're also pretty good milkers from what I've read. Parasites I've heard that nemotoads can't stand brassicas and have heard that if you put a cover crop of spicy brown mustard on a garden every few years then till plow it under when it's ripe it'll keep parasites down. Granted you wouldn't want to do that to an entire pasture but if you were to grow say 3-500 ft² and make yourself like a gallon or two of mustard then just make a tea out of the remaining seeds and spray it on your high traffic areas before a storm or rain rolls in it'll get down into the ground and get rid of the worms. Also they like to sleep on high ground which you could muck into a bucket to keep that area more clear or just spread it out. Also the parasites their eggs all of that can't take sunlight but they live down low on the forage, so while you don't want them grazing all the way to the ground in the long run it's important to manage your rotation to get it low enough so the sunlight kills off the pole worm. Then move them to greener pastures.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Sorry for the delay response. We do plan on reseeding the pasture with some clover and some seeds that have tannins like trefoil, chicory, lespedeza and sorghum. This should help against the parasite load. Plus we are going to have multispecies animals grazing to help decrease this. This will be less work since it is just us two and working off farm jobs.

    • @horseblinderson4747
      @horseblinderson4747 2 місяці тому

      Oh no sweat. I've also heard that you shouldn't keep em in one area too long trying to force the issue of there's still some forage, odds are it's something they don't want and could encourage fence jumping. There's another channel with a younger man named PJ that moves them then mows behind them. It'll knock down all the shade possibly keep them stuff they don't want anyway from going to seed in the first place and grinds up the excrement and exposes it to sunlight. While it's a whole other step to add. If you're using something like a B or Bx series Kubota it's also a ride and can carry your buckets of either feed and water, or your seed to reseed or your tools to maintain your fences.

  • @mr.o5501
    @mr.o5501 2 місяці тому

    Which minerals do you see them hitting more often in this area?

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      They Tear up that kelp. But the way my bank account is set up I can't keep letting in on that kelp lol. They hit up the baking soda and Selenium 90. Which I figure our soil was lacking that mineral along with boron and other mineral I need to get later on

    • @mr.o5501
      @mr.o5501 2 місяці тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 I haven't given any minerals for my St. Croix yet. So far they are healthy but I'm sure they'd love the option.

  • @mr.o5501
    @mr.o5501 2 місяці тому

    Sheep in Texas... I'm right here with you

  • @gbaixfarms
    @gbaixfarms 2 місяці тому

    I know exactly how you feel. We lost 42 out of 45 meat chickens because of hurricane Beryl.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Oh no! Sorry to hear that. Im going to start another batch in 21 days alongside the American Bresse

  • @dwighthires3163
    @dwighthires3163 2 місяці тому

    Sidney, you did a good job on this butchering video. That sounds like good genetics to save. If the rooster gets picked on, it sounds like he is not an aggressive rooster. Aggression in a rooster has been my biggest issue. How may weeks did you give to these birds? I believe you said they were 2.5 to 3 pounds. Was I correct?

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      Yes we try to breed out all aggressive behavior from our chickens. Every two years we check the chickens attitude and behavior towards us and other chickens. We raised them for 16 weeks and they avg was 3.52lbs with a range from 2.80lbs to 3.94lbs after looking at the tracking.

    • @dwighthires3163
      @dwighthires3163 2 місяці тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 Thank you for such a complete answer to my questions. I know you two are very busy.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      @@dwighthires3163 Anytime for our viewers

    • @dwighthires3163
      @dwighthires3163 2 місяці тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 Thank you.

  • @MickSupper
    @MickSupper 2 місяці тому

    Our local butcher won’t process chickens. Wish they could.

    • @7FarmerSidney7
      @7FarmerSidney7 2 місяці тому

      It is getting harder and harder to find processir that will not only do cattle, pork, and wild game.

    • @MickSupper
      @MickSupper 2 місяці тому

      @@7FarmerSidney7 Yep, that's exactly the only things they will butcher. Wild game IE: only deer and wild hog.