How to Start a Regenerative Farm from Scratch
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Күн бұрынHow to Start a Regenerative Farm from Scratch
⭐️ Have you ever wanted to start a regenerative farm from scratch? ⭐️
In this video, the Heifer USA team travelled to North Carolina to visit Grass Grazed Farm, a regenerative farm where founders Derrick and Paige Jackson have established and grown a successful business in just two years. In the community of Rougemont, just outside Durham, Grass Grazed Farm raises pastured poultry, forested pork, grass fed beef, grass fed dairy, and laying hens following regenerative agriculture practices.
We interviewed the Jacksons about the process of starting their farm - and now, we're sharing their advice with you! Keep watching to learn every step the Jacksons took to build Grass Grazed Farm.
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⭐️ WHAT'S IN THIS VIDEO? ⭐️
00:00 - Who is Grass Grazed Farm?
0:2:05 - The Journey to Regenerative Farming
04:52 - How to Start a Regenerative Farm
04:53 - Starting a Farm Business
05:07 - Farmers Market Research
05:53 - Why Regenerative Agriculture?
08:12 - Farm Marketing
08:46 - How to Lease Land
10:21 - Learn How to Farm
11:14 - What to Raise on a Regenerative Farm
11:57 - Establish a Farm Chore Routine
14:14 - Where to Sell Regenerative Meat
14:24 - Food Church - Community Supported Agriculture
16:10 - Biggest Challenges in Farming
16:21 - Creating Community in Farming
18:19 - Most Important Advice for Farmers
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@doclove2045 2 жыл бұрын
I'm in tears of joy. I love the way this couple serve, grow and regenerate this farm. This gave me the go ahead to start my farm. Thank you... yes I'm in tears... much love
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We're so grateful to have inspired you and played a role in your journey to regenerative farming!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Kberrysal 2 жыл бұрын
@@grassgrazed thanking for the info i am thinking about doing this is TX in about 2 to 3 years. I hope i can pick your brains 🧠 one day
@Gracia144JesusSaves 2 жыл бұрын
Me tooooooooo 📯🛐🌷
@LandElevated 2 жыл бұрын
Most of our customers started like you. They got inspired and bought vacant land from us. Now, they have developed their properties into farms and started homesteading. Truly an inspiration.
@tclodfelter8789 2 жыл бұрын
We did the same thing...we wanted to be self sufficient. My wife has lupus so what we eat is critically important! We knew the economy was going crumble in 2008. We bought 57 acres, started raising our own chickens with natural ingredients like wild flowers seeds and sunflower seeds,etc. We raised rabbits, ducks, guineas (they eat ticks!) and turkeys too. We grow our own food also!
@h.s.6269 2 жыл бұрын
Guineas are I sanely loud though, my goodness!
@tclodfelter8789 2 жыл бұрын
@@h.s.6269 They definitely let you know when something isn't right!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear! best of luck!
@Joyful_Smiles 2 жыл бұрын
What a happy story. :)
@thebible-basedrd6995 2 жыл бұрын
How's it your wife doing now?
@wisdomwisdom2073 2 жыл бұрын
These guys give me strength. Born and raised in West Africa, after 23 years in the US, I'm playing to go back and started a sheep and cow business
@theadeyemis 2 жыл бұрын
Guess you are from Nigeria. You are always welcome back home brother
@darlenechaney6989 2 жыл бұрын
I watched a video were the man raised rabbits for meat and collected their urine to sell as fertilizer, low over head and very good income
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Best of luck!
@kiarawatts6829 2 жыл бұрын
I hope that works out for you soon
@commonomics 2 жыл бұрын
Good for you
@mallywally85 2 жыл бұрын
I loved every minute of this. In another lifetime I'd love to be a farmer feeding my community. I also love seeing Black farmers thrive and prosper.
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Jamal!
@chadrow 2 жыл бұрын
@@grassgrazed Keep up the good work.
@streamer1884 2 жыл бұрын
In this lifetime 😤
@carolluther1625 2 жыл бұрын
If you desire to be a farmer, make it happen! Nothing better than to see what you put into the soil, grow, raise from a baby mature to something productive and sustainable. I hope you chase after your dreams!
@leoscheibelhut940 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a retired dairy grazier, who farmed in southern Ohio. It is so great to see young farmers bringing new energy and ideas to farming, especially people of color. America needs more young farmers who are willing to challenge the old ways, and rural areas need a lot more diversity. "Farm to fork" is brilliant. I wish you all the best of luck and the determination to persevere. God bless and God speed.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We completely agree! We hope to do our part in encouraging young people to take up regenerative farming as a career, especially when they're as clever and determined as Paige and Derrick are!
@wilsonbrown88 2 жыл бұрын
@@HeiferUSA please am looking for a work
@blank15053 2 жыл бұрын
@@HeiferUSA how does one become a farmer? do you have to go to college?
@facelessdrone 2 жыл бұрын
@@blank15053 skill, intelligence, creativity, and wit... after that. Research as much as possible, and buy some land. You dont need a degree.... thats ridiculous, you just need to make sure your ignorance is completely sponged. And I mean ALL of it, if you even think about treating an animal wrong... You aren't one for the job.
@blank15053 2 жыл бұрын
@@facelessdrone i would never treat an animal wrong, where did you get that?
@lamarmc 2 жыл бұрын
I served with Derrick. I’m not surprised of his success. He works hard at everything he does.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service, Mar!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chief, It means a lot! Hope all is well.
@LavenderSkyla 2 жыл бұрын
Love seeing people coming back to nature and leaving the big super markets behind. We need more home farmers. 🏡
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely!
@facelessdrone 2 жыл бұрын
94% of farmers on this planet are small, homegrown farms. The issue is that the small 6 percent of factory farms in this world take up 45 percent of agricultural land on this planet... we don't need more farmers, we need people to stop being so scared of farming anything more than 10 acres. I can not tell you how many hundreds of people I've met who claim to be farmers and only do so on one acre, or even a quarter of an acre... its pathetic, they think that if they can keep their land small, they won't have as much work... if you're going into agriculture to not work, you're going in for ALL the wrong reasons, and you shouldn't even be considering it.
@haniebrown8876 2 жыл бұрын
@@facelessdrone..... yeah....challenges are there in every business but as I'm here I know if you're committed to farming like make it your full time job I believe you can't face many of them apart from disease outbreaks. But in most cases when you're on the ground you can still fight this. I already have 15 acres waiting and with this passion already....hha... i can't wait getting income n get on ground as soon as possible but whatever it is I have to make my dreams come true..... we need to be producers of natural products
@haniebrown8876 2 жыл бұрын
Being close to nature is the best.... trust me. The best gift ever.......
@jakesky2360 2 жыл бұрын
I’ll be playing this video for my agriculture students. Absolutely love how this shows the process and struggles of starting a regenerative agriculture operation. Hats off to Derek and Paige!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We're so glad you enjoyed it! We're happy to provide teaching tools for future (and current) farmers!
@ashburnconnecttv7860 2 жыл бұрын
This is so COOL! I grow up on a farm as a child. Famers are the backbone of America. Unfortunately, there need to be MORE Black farmers. They have been discriminated against by the U.S. Government, which is totally shameful!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We are so glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching.
@lovepatience4352 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this, I wish more black folks we get back into this..
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed it!
@MiniM69 2 жыл бұрын
Lots of black farmers but they’re disproportionately discriminated against, denied loans to sustain their farms from the US Dept of Agriculture (even during COVID), and pushed out of their farms in large numbers. Look up the black farmers association
@jackjack-bw8ks 2 жыл бұрын
@@MiniM69 You will be surprised how many blacks are already doing this but on smaller scale. It's our calling we are connected to nature, our ancestors were masters of agriculture.
@yeboscrebo4451 2 жыл бұрын
@@MiniM69 psh
@daydreamerprod 2 жыл бұрын
Hugely inspiring even more so seeing black farmers and the support the community, their own intelligence and Heifer offered.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support, Chirstopher!
@sprig3432 2 жыл бұрын
Why is the word black here. Why bring ethnicity to everything smh
@jelanikaie 2 жыл бұрын
@@sprig3432 perhaps you should use the KZfaq search engine and look up the plight of black farmers from reconstruction until now. This video is important.
@brandong298 2 жыл бұрын
@@sprig3432 It would be great if we lived in a utopia where race didn’t matter but that’s just not the world we live in and for me it’s refreshing to see any positive representations for black people especially a healthy couple that’s doing this together and are united. I was not a fan of Obama but what I did like is that his winning the presidency inspired many black people and seeing this couple do this makes me think maybe I can do it to. If you see many positive representations of yourself it might be hard to see why this would matter to others.
@toomuchdebt5669 2 жыл бұрын
@@sprig3432 "This is America."
@pinkbronze600 2 жыл бұрын
What a blessing to see this. My husband I purchased 33.5 acres in Franklin county not too far from where this couple lives. We’re deciding what to do with our land and this is very inspiring. Thank you
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! You can do it!
@TriciaRP 2 жыл бұрын
Hurry up because Jesus is coming!!!
@VanityLuxe 2 жыл бұрын
We just bought 12 in Springfield
@eemoogee160 2 жыл бұрын
@@TriciaRP He's gonna stop all the farming?
@queendidine 2 жыл бұрын
Wow just Wow to see people that look like me been successful at farming. So very proud of you both and keep up the great work. Thank you Heifer USA for featuring people like me!!!
@macanoe5335 2 жыл бұрын
Representation is so important!!! Love this! ❤️
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We are so glad you enjoyed the video! Thank for watching
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
🖤
@OfftoShambala 2 жыл бұрын
Historically, farming was the mainstay … but, that lifestyle was not appreciated until recently.
@jackbauer4186 2 жыл бұрын
@@macanoe5335 no its not.
@thefrenchgardener1865 2 жыл бұрын
This was very enjoyable and inspirational. I realized that even a "hobby farm" can be profitable on a smaller scale. My hobby is beekeeping and now I am ready to sell my honey. I like your comment, "Just grow something" . . . I would add, "Grow what you love; love what you grow"!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
That's a great addition! With the right infrastructure and market, even a hobby farm can be profitable and beneficial for your community. Best of luck with beekeeping!
@catherinegrace2366 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Congratulations!
@LeonGalindoStenutz 2 жыл бұрын
Love what you say -- 'grow what you love; love what you grow."
@jpage1331 2 жыл бұрын
I want to start beekeeping myself 💯🙌
@thefrenchgardener1865 2 жыл бұрын
@@jpage1331 Judy, I would encourage you to get started and get yourself a mentor through a "Bee Club" in your area. Check with your County Extension Office....have fun!
@leannrobb7264 2 жыл бұрын
I love the term “learning farmer”. It is exactly where we are now on our journey to regenerate farming.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
It's such a wonderful way to look at the learning/farming process - there's always something new to learn, especially with regenerative farming. We should all be learning farmers!
@richardhawkins2248 2 жыл бұрын
You never stop learning. Nature changes all of the time.
@naimedwards1422 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for lifting up Black/Brown folks in U.S. agriculture!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, Naim!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@johnfolk1448 2 жыл бұрын
Hysterical! When I said we're getting chickens, my wife thought I was joking too. There's a lot to relate to here... lol
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
😆
@drayaplayette 2 жыл бұрын
This is beautiful. Starting from scratch and giving back. God is so good🙌 how he created. we need the world to go back to this. May he continue to Bless in abundance
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@lisjay2233 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! This is exactly what my boyfriend and I wanna do after getting married. The farming business and we want a huge farm. Yours is exactly the perfect size and structure. Only difference is that we want plant and animal farming. We also want a huge family, 6 kids at most lol. Hope it all works out🤞🏽! You guys are a great inspiration. I'm glad I watched this and will definitely show him😄. I'm in South Africa by the way✌🏽
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We're so glad to hear that you're interested in regenerative farming! It's great to see that those dreams are possible, and even profitable! Our channel has videos on both raising livestock and managing organic gardens, so check out our other videos for tips, ideas, and more!
@rochelleandres7488 2 жыл бұрын
Great dreams you have! Farming and big families are two of God’s many blessing for us in this life (plus they go together well)
@ChiTheAesthete 2 жыл бұрын
5 kids and a new farm. God bless them
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@busker153 2 жыл бұрын
"How can a chicken farmer run out of chickens?" I used to ask myself questions like that on a wide variety of subjects! Now, I just shake my head! I can so relate!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@starofdavid4484 2 жыл бұрын
I love seeing our people do their thing
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Isn't it wonderful to see regenerative farmers thriving?
@candyjamaican 2 жыл бұрын
I was grinning the whole vid, so proud of seeing peeps like us succeeding. When I was young(er) I used to laugh at my now husband when he & his sister used to tie-out their goats & cows. Now that we’re older with kids & living in Japan, we’re currently discussing how to start a farm. Full circle. God blessing on your family & business
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Subscribe for new vids every week :) !
@ahmedkhalid8937 2 жыл бұрын
why not proud of everyone succeeding?
@candyjamaican 2 жыл бұрын
@@ahmedkhalid8937 With a name like yours I’m baffled by your question Khalid. When the system wasn’t built for you but against you, and you succeed, it needs notification. That’s why we still celebrate the ‘the first bla bla bla’. I suggest you go read-up on history.
@billycarter5709 Жыл бұрын
Those who work hard will succeed. System is not designed against anyone. Chinese are doing great, indians and japanese and many other asian countries too. It is a mind set no one is holding back anyone. Those countries didn't build themselves in one night. There is collective effort of the whole community.
@cornelioust2165 5 күн бұрын
Tell us more of how you know nothing of fact on this issue...it's public knowledge genius @@billycarter5709
@juliuslazaro7517 2 жыл бұрын
"Hongera sana" last year we did the same move out of the city "Arusha" n start keeping chickens & planting our food, lettuce, leaks, eggplant n banana now thinking off getting goats for milk. I have never fill so peace n health like now. Grettings from Tanzania 🇹🇿
@timmash807 2 жыл бұрын
Kazi safi kaka.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! best of luck in Tanzania, Julius!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
🖤
@merlebigini217 2 жыл бұрын
This is so beautiful and inspiring. I applaud you for also homeschooling. Jack and Jenny of all trades😁❤️
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ms.ebbiel.3550 2 жыл бұрын
🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️
@AJsGreenThumbLLC 2 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring and motivational. And I would be lying if I didn't see the fact that they are black.... made me proud. Bravo in showing us that with determination, belief in yourself and great stewardship...it could be done!
@OkunenSan 2 жыл бұрын
Seeing their brown faces made me click on the video.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching !
@whatisrealknowtheformula6137 2 жыл бұрын
Not black and made me proud. Of what the human species can do. These are models for all us mere Sapiens.
@tclodfelter8789 2 жыл бұрын
That's inspirational! As a fellow Veteran I KNOW HOW HARD it is to GET Start Up business funding...especially in agriculture/farming! Everything we've done... has been out of our own pockets! I'm SUPER happy for them!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support, T!
@2Ryled 2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes when u get involved with givt they want to control you. I went to my ag extn. Lady said a lot of farmers were on board, then in the 90s they quit en masse so u know the govt tried to get too much control
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your support.
@happynowfarms 2 жыл бұрын
I wish they allowed me to use my VA loan to starta business instead of for buying a house. Veterans make great Farmers and is good help with PTSD. I am in Colorado and just starting out with an acre and a half. I have 35 Chickens, 3 Turkeys, 2 Ducks and working a day job to get my Farm started. It does not seem like work taking care of the animals and my health is improving immensely keeping up with them. Joel Salatin was the first person I saw on KZfaq doing regenerative farming and found many others to share information with.
@555Trout 2 жыл бұрын
To pull this off with 5 kids is amazing!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Truly! The Jackson kids seem like great helpers, as well!
@truthbtold9794 2 жыл бұрын
Me and my wife just bought land with the same goal. Raise meat and feed our community. This was inspiring. Seeing them with pigs made me smile.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Best of luck in your journey!
@biv1174 2 жыл бұрын
I can't wait to see ur farm
@J97H51 2 жыл бұрын
Seeing those beautiful little children sit around the table filling their little stomachs with food from the hard work of what this man and his wife have prepared. As a man, this touched me deeply. Sometimes what you do to provide, nobody will know, and nobody will say thank you. But just seeing them eat up and put that fried chicken in their little mouths. Man. This is what life is about
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
The Jackson's are awesome! We are so glad you found inspiration through their story.
@bigarease 2 жыл бұрын
I'm very proud of this couple for doing the farming for there own family and now in business for them selves. Thanks for the information.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Andy!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@douglasdishroon1834 2 жыл бұрын
Having read through the comments it is plain to see you are an inspiration to those who title you as, "Their people." Just wanted you to know, you're both an inspiration to "People." I love what you're doing and the idea you're allowing us all to find inspiration in such a beautiful family. Ty for your service fellow soldier.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We're so thankful for inspiring people like Derrick and Paige, who are carrying out the promise of regenerative agriculture. Thank you for watching and sharing such kind words!
@douglasdishroon1834 2 жыл бұрын
@@HeiferUSA ty
@mikewurlitzer5217 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly my opinion Douglas. AMERICANS! All I saw here are AMERICANS who are contributing to society in a great way.
@douglasdishroon1834 2 жыл бұрын
@@mikewurlitzer5217 so true friend.
@sunnyspaces7 2 жыл бұрын
Yes ...their people 👍😊....relatable & representation. No apologies💕
@wilsonowuor6292 2 жыл бұрын
This is great. I've learnt a lot from you guys we will replicate this in our small farm in Kenya.. quite inspiring. Thank you
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Best of luck in implementing regenerative methods on your farm. Be sure to check out our other videos for even more guides on regenerative agriculture!
@edwarduechi7100 2 жыл бұрын
As a naturalized American your example/independence and entrepreneurial drive make my 20 years of military service. You are great examples of Americans who I can introduce to my children-- without the hyphenation before America. Semper Fi from Los Alamos N.M.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Edward!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@mikewurlitzer5217 2 жыл бұрын
Need 350 Million LIKES for this post. Thank you fellow American.
@tclodfelter8789 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your Service! USAF 24 years!
@Jeskrist5 2 жыл бұрын
Blacks folks starting a farm and building the ecosystem and community and generational wealth. God Bless you both!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@rhondabarlow860 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! This is so encouraging to watch and know there are young Black people going back to farming. Well done. May y'all have a profitable fulfilling life in farming for many years to come 🌱💕
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Rhonda!
@evilchaperone 2 жыл бұрын
More of this!!! Got tears of joy in my eyes.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
More to come soon ;)
@4GODiswithus 2 жыл бұрын
Ugh, I loveeee the way that little piglet sat there while getting a bath 😂 soo adorable
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Pigs love water! Thanks for watching
@hdezoo 2 жыл бұрын
I got to meet Derrick at a hog harvest class at bakers green acres last fall. He’s a great guy and I’m excited to see what he’s been up to!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
The Jacksons are just wonderful! We're so thrilled to share their story.
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Appreciate the support.
@TTjourney 2 жыл бұрын
I love it, that these young black folks are doing that which our ancestors did years ago. The circle of life repeats it self.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
They are very inspiring!
@shannongriffin63 2 жыл бұрын
I moved to Georgia from New York to grow my own food this summer I had over 70 tomatoes plants and many more things it's hard but the peace of mind it brought to me is priceless
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! We are releasing a huge video project on growing tomatoes soon! Stay tuned ;)
@NAPMedia-uy3oe 2 жыл бұрын
This will be one of my reference videos.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Best of luck!
@mikewurlitzer5217 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, there is hope for the USA with people like this. Regenerative agriculture, faith based, home schooling! If only I were much younger, and in better health, you would be a role model I would emulate.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Mike.
@cristianbustos4918 2 жыл бұрын
this family is what we need in this Beautiful America !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! God Bless this Family
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We agree! We'd love to see more families answer the call of regenerative agriculture and strengthen our food systems.
@pastormike5054 2 жыл бұрын
Loved your story Thanks for serving our country
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@nkosikwame-ojuju4799 2 жыл бұрын
Superb job. Very inspiring. Reading from Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, Thanks for watching, Nkosi!
@daryldaniels4860 2 жыл бұрын
Love the positive attitude by you guys. Go big or go home. I probably would've started with 1 chicken. All the best to you and your family.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Daryl!
@TrulyBlessed_1111 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing such a beautiful story. This gave me extra motivation to honor my mother's memory by growing my own food on my land. She always wanted to do it. Cancer took her life at the early age of 54 years young:( (before she got a chance to). This video was uploaded on my birthday so this gives me confirmation:) Wishing you and the Jackson's continued blessings and success in all that you do. Stay safe and healthy!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful way to honor your mother! Let this be the sign you've been waiting for: Regenerative agriculture is for you! Thank you for sharing your story with us. We'll continue to make content about regenerative agriculture that will hopefully inspire others in your position.
@TrulyBlessed_1111 2 жыл бұрын
@@HeiferUSA Absolutely and my pleasure:) Stay safe, healthy, and blessed!
@jonathanrobimson4543 2 жыл бұрын
He's a veteran appreciate it brother
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother!
@debradixon6746 2 жыл бұрын
It's so good to see this couple invest their time and money into farming. It's great to see that farming is growing. I also have a small farm. I've raised hogs for 15 yrs and gardened for 30 yrs I'm also a single parent and raised my two children in this manner.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! We're so thrilled that regenerative agriculture is gaining momentum in the United States. It's the future of farming and food systems!
@mikewurlitzer5217 2 жыл бұрын
@@HeiferUSA You are so right and I would say your commitment to home schooling could be called Regenerative Education instead of the divide and conquer which seems to be the agenda in too many government schools.
@nisigate 2 жыл бұрын
Am planning on retiring on a homestead in West Africa and really impressed with your advice am glad KZfaq algorithm brought this to my feed
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
so glad you enjoy our channel! Welcome aboard!
@autismwalk6855 2 жыл бұрын
This couple is awesome! I wish I could be more like them.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed the video. You can do it!
@farmchat3603 2 жыл бұрын
I love to visit this farm ,hear their stories and import the knowledge in Africa . Africa needs this kind of resilience, the passion and the hard work put in this effect . Thank you .
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! thanks for watching.
@cindymorrison_caravanlifej3536 2 жыл бұрын
Love this we need to heal the land while creating food for communities
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, we do! That's our mission here at Heifer USA, and we hope to inspire others to do the same.
@mikegriffin6345 2 жыл бұрын
I just subscribed and saw your video and i was hooked on what you are doing. My son and i have been watching all the videos from Joel Salatin to Justin Rhodes, The Fit Farmer, Perma Pastures Farm and on and on. But I was attracted to what you said and what you are accomplishing. I look forward to learning from you. Thank you!!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to our channel! We're glad to have you! It's so encouraging that regenerative agriculture is gaining popularity. Let's make positive impact on the soil and the earth together!
@leoscheibelhut940 2 жыл бұрын
Be sure to check out Greg Judy. He is another great grazier.
@kimcissell2186 2 жыл бұрын
Such a darling couple. I feel encouraged to start in my back yard.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Go for it!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Do it!
@carynmartin6053 2 жыл бұрын
I got two backyard chickens 🐔 and started growing herbs for cooking, and a few tomatoes 🍅 😋 wish I knew what I know now about buying a small piece of land to start homesteading when I was younger
@mountaindreamer7883 2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations guys, follow your dreams to the pot of gold. Haha . And y'all are doing our future a massive favor by helping to educate the future farmers of America. And Derrick love that chicken tractor. Maybe patent that and make a video on that thing
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@4GODiswithus 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Derek and Paige. You two are truly inspirational ❤ Sending love from Michigan. I too will be starting a farm. Im not sure I want to stay in my state or move elsewhere but thanks to you im pretty sure it'll be a Regenerative Farm. The tips you provided will help tremendously. Will be sharing this!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@Oscarcat2212 Жыл бұрын
What an amazing family and story. I love how they fertilize the pasture. Minimal effort just wheel the cage its own length and fertilize another patch. They are happy.
@HeiferUSA Жыл бұрын
We love the Jacksons' story. It's inspiring to see how seamlessly regenerative agriculture can be incorporated into the life of a busy family!
@robertward553 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to read all the responses from people of your race saying you are an inspiration to them. I must add that this is an inspiration to all people. Keep on going, we need farmers.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@wisewoman7906 2 жыл бұрын
Shared this with a few friends and family members. Love the down-to-earth, 1, 2, 3, 4, of the video.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing! Subscribe for new great videos every week like this one!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!
@janiecel 2 жыл бұрын
YAY MY PEOPLE DOIN IT RIGHT!!!! 👏👏👏👏 this is goals... we will get there.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Woo hoo! You can do it!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
👏🏾👏🏾
@Angie-ci1lp 2 жыл бұрын
I’m a suburban backyard gardener and I LOVE IT!
@leorawmss509 2 жыл бұрын
My heart loves seeing this, THANKYOU BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE FOR SHARING YOUR JOURNEY WITH US♥️♥️
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
AWESOME! :)
@deniseledford7923 2 жыл бұрын
I just love these people!!! They are so inspirational to beginning farmers. Hardworking and dedicated to the family!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Derrick and Paige have such a wonderful, inspirational story! We're glad you enjoyed :)
@OoDeLallyB 2 жыл бұрын
God Bless you and your family! This is what we need to see more of in our community.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We agree! The more regenerative farmers, the better!
@soisitimpossible 2 жыл бұрын
This is great. They're talking about 400 hens for laying and I want 12 lol. Starting is the hard part for sure. We've been saving for the building rinse, wash, and repeat for lack of better terms. That's also a possible way to do things for folks who don't have a ton of capital. We set a five year goal to build, so long term. We had the cash to shop for land when we set the goal. We found land paid cash. Saved for three years got the well. Saved another year put in the foundation and built a good shed. Next build the house. I won't lie, it's SO MUCH WORK! But nothing in life is easy. Good on these folks for working to achieve their goals. I think in my personal opinion of course that if more folks worked towards a positive goal we'd have way less issues to deal with. Mostly cause we'd all be too busy for messing around with nonsensical matters!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Subscribe for new vids every week :) !
@abraham7966 2 жыл бұрын
Right now, as we speak, in all the local supermarkets in Miami (Walmart, Publix, etc) the organic chicken area is empty and the inorganic chicken section is semi-full. There is a major awakening in the consciousness of the people. We need more regenerative farmers like this family.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We agree, Abraham!
@abraham7966 2 жыл бұрын
@@HeiferUSA I wonder how we can join forces to push this movement. I am a software engineer that specializes in the web and I have done some mobile development as well.
@savedfaves 2 жыл бұрын
That’s the beauty about the internet you can make a go of these new and challenging ideas. So many first-time farmers out there now. Keep it going. Small farms solve many things.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@SandraEScottHealthCoach 2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad this showed up in my feed. I would love to have a farm, even if it's just to feed my family. May God continue to richly bless you all with much success.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@farnorthhomested844 2 жыл бұрын
when i first started watching i thought that this was a expensive operation when i saw the chicken tractors. then during the video he said he made them. good job. best chicken tractor ive seen,
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Regenerative farming can be done on any budget, as long as you're clever, creative, and willing to build things yourself. Derrick and Paige are great example of ingenuity in regenerative farming!
@nkosikwame-ojuju4799 2 жыл бұрын
Suoer job. Very inspiring. Reading from Nairobi, Kenya
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for watching!
@dgreathouse10 2 жыл бұрын
I have been a farmer for most of my life I now work for an auto motive plant and I would have to say you guys are awesome keep it up absolutely inspiring
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@paulbrandanger9049 2 жыл бұрын
Love the message I believe in what your doing
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Paul!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul
@justsaying1744 2 жыл бұрын
Blessings to you all on this success in regenerative farming! Very inspiring!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank yoU!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ILoveyouxoxo93 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing couples! They’re truly an inspiration ❤️
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Christy! We think so too.
@daisycouchfarm2464 2 жыл бұрын
This is so inspiring 💕
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We think so, too!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@lorrainebrown3881 2 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring. A powerful illustration of how family, farming and industry can be sustainable with hard work and fortitude! God Bless Them Chickens!! 😆👏👏👏🥰
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@lifewithlex4662 2 жыл бұрын
Wow this is amazing I’ve recently gotten into growing my own food and I feel so connected fast forward to find out my ancestors were farmers and gathers to see this family succeed in farming is so heartwarming and this is close to home currently in Raleigh
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Growing your own food is a great way to connect to the land and the people and animals who have inhabited it before us. And when growing food regeneratively, we can ensure that the land remains healthy enough to provide for the generations to come! Thanks for watching!
@mikeaskme3530 2 жыл бұрын
@Life with Lex, as a African American who just got started into gardening, i can attest there is something rejuvenating to the spirit when you get your hands in soil, so I fully know how you feel and to think these people are doing it and making a modest living doing it and seeing the joy in their face is priceless. How they are working with one another instead of against one another is also spirit building, MAAT.
@Noodlepunk 2 жыл бұрын
I am really happy that younger generations are moving out of the city and start farming. True independence. I fully believe big cities remove our sense of community and drive use to insanity. Everyone should watch mouse utopia. Reminds me of the decay of our big cities in the US.
@facelessdrone 2 жыл бұрын
Everyone's ancestors were farmers and gatherers... thats what makes us human...
@kaixhoi831 2 жыл бұрын
Good to see a young motivated couple doing what they enjoy.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Subscribe for new vids every week :) !
@larryclayton1540 2 жыл бұрын
So proud of you all. Happy for your family and your way of life. May the good Lord keep you now and forever. God bless. Larry.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Larry!
@mlindsay527 2 жыл бұрын
We are long term supporters of Heifer. I am glad to see them upping their KZfaq presence! What a great family to feature!
@jwstevens123 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your honesty and kindness. 😊
@cainabel615 2 жыл бұрын
Farming is extremely hard work. People have this vision of some dude in overalls feeding chickens. Nope. I had lots of friends that were farmers. During harvest they would work from 4 am to 9 pm of hard labor. You have to be born into it to really do it well and make it profitable. I have the most respect for farmers. It’s work I couldn’t do. If these people can do it God bless them and I hope they really succeed and thrive.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Tea!
@heatherwright7168 4 ай бұрын
It’s so refreshing to see new farmers !
@monkeysuper4809 2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait!!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Same here! We hope you enjoy!
@admirallinda82 2 жыл бұрын
I applaud you and your family! We have started a small dairy farm in the Dominican Republic. Lots to learn but lovin' the journey ~
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Best of luck, Linda!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@wondersofcrim 2 жыл бұрын
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@T_157-40 2 жыл бұрын
Great video.. even better people! Thank you!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We agree! Thanks for watching!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@x3965 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this and leading the way! Thank you - so much respect and love!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@JacindaH 2 жыл бұрын
This is so inspirational! And I love that they share their process from start to now.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, so glad you enjoyed it, Jacinda!
@ifthetrucksstoprolling9045 2 жыл бұрын
Great job!!!!!! Keep up the great work!!!!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Subscribe for new videos every week!
@nevinkuser9892 2 ай бұрын
It's amazing what you guys did. Thanks for your service!
@tima1528 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! First timer on this channel and really learnt a lot! 👍 & subscribed!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome! We're so glad to have you join our community!
@Travelgirl0224 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh- I love 💕 this couple 😊 Bless them! 😘
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@davelindgren5245 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service. I love to see veterans become succussful in something that they love to do.
@grassgrazed 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you David.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We're so thankful that Derrick has a passion (and talent!) for regenerative farming!
@journeywithme_erika1890 2 жыл бұрын
I am so glad yt recommended this! Heading to all your socials now! Thank you Heifer
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Erika! Welcome aboard.
@wonderwinder1 2 жыл бұрын
I love to see those chickens outdoors and happy.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
So do we! Thanks for watching Whitfield!
@Jezza-rb1hi 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent stuff. God Bless You guys.
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@sherrywatkins308 2 жыл бұрын
This was an awesome video thank you for sharing!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! We're so thrilled to share the Jackons' story!
@noellecuisine8912 2 жыл бұрын
Love it !!! bravo and thank you for this inspiring video!!!!
@HeiferUSA 2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching, Noelle!
@johnbabcock2925 Жыл бұрын
WOW - you guys are SOOOOO AWESOME!!!
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