The Grazing Game Podcast

This week I had a great chat with Andrew Zerner, a fifth-generation farmer in the South Burnett. Andrew’s journey from running a dairy with his family to trading beef cattle is pretty inspiring. He’s all about regenerative grazing and loves helping others through his consulting work. We covered everything from why trading works so well for him to his take on drought-feeding (spoiler: he doesn’t do it) and some solid tips on farm succession. Andrew’s got so much knowledge to share—you’re gonna love this one! 🎧 #TheGrazingGamePodcast #RegenerativeFarming #CattleTrading Links: https://www.knowledgetopractice.com.au/ https://www.rcsaustralia.com.au/ https://klrmarketing.com.au/ Contact: [email protected]

I sit down with Johno McMillan from McMillan Cattle Co in Wide Bay, Queensland. We dive into grazing practices for top-notch grassfed beef, scaling from a few acres to 2,500+, and the lessons learned from running a paddock-to-plate business. This one’s packed with insights and inspiration—don’t miss it! 🐂💡 Links: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068558914638

In this episode of the Grazing Game Podcast, Cam interviews Dr. Judi Earl, a pasture ecologist, discussing the significance of understanding annual and perennial plants, and their implications for soil health. Judi emphasizes the importance of biodiversity in pasture management and shares insights from her own farm in New South Wales, including infrastructure improvements and grazing management strategies. The conversation highlights the balance between livestock nutrition, ecological regeneration, and economic viability in farming practices. Takeaways Dr. Judy Earl's journey into pastoral ecology began with her interest in animal nutrition. Perennial grasses can theoretically live indefinitely, while annuals complete their life cycle within a year. Soil health is significantly influenced by the presence of living plant roots. Diversity in pastures enhances soil structure and biological activity. Judy promotes a pasture composition of 60-70% perennial grasses, 15-20% legumes, and 10-15% forbs. Supplementation may be necessary for livestock to graze on less palatable grasses. Grazing management should focus on encouraging desirable plant species. Infrastructure improvements, such as water management, are crucial for effective grazing. Grazing decisions should be based on the herbage mass present in the pasture. The ultimate goal is to use cattle to regenerate the landscape while maintaining economic viability. Judi's Website and Contact Details - https://aimsag.com.au/

In this episode, I sit down with Graeme Hand, a certified holistic management educator and grazier with over 30 years of experience. We discuss various aspects of holistic grazing management, including the influence of grazing practices on land health, the importance of recovery periods, and the role of safe-to-fail trials in improving grazing outcomes. Graeme shares insights on profitability versus production, the significance of litter in soil health, and the necessity of adapting grazing strategies to local conditions. The conversation emphasizes the need for a mindset shift in grazing management and the importance of continuous learning and adaptation.Hand for the Land https://www.handfortheland.com/Wombiana Grazing Trial https://futurebeef.com.au/resources/wambiana-grazing-trial/