Around the Fencepost

Around the Fencepost is a producer‑first podcast about real farming, real stewardship, and real people. Each episode brings you conversations with folks who still have dirt under their nails — farmers, grazers, seed dealers, and neighbors who serve their communities and care deeply about the land and livestock they steward. We talk soil health, animal health, forage decisions, and the everyday challenges that shape a farm. Just stories, practical experience, and seed and practice recommendations grounded in real‑world feedback. If you’re looking for conversations that help you think, learn, and make better stewardship decisions on your own farm, pull up a chair. The best talks still happen around the fencepost.

Around the Fencepost is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Around the Fencepost, a education show with 27 episodes published.

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  Episode #26

  Around the Fencepost Episode 26 Rhett Fruitman; Manage Your Legacy

  Sep 22, 202640 minS1

  Rhett Fruitman, Co-Founder and CEO of Inherited Property Match, joins Jacob on Around the Fencepost to discuss preparing for a property inheritance, navigating probate, and deciding whether to keep or sell inherited real estate. For families inheriting a farm, the first question is understanding exactly what they inherited. Is it land, an operating business, equipment, or a combination of assets? That distinction shapes the decisions that follow, especially when siblings have different financial needs or ideas about the property’s future.

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  Episode #25

  Around the Fencepost Episode 25 Troy Dillard; Always be Learning

  Sep 17, 20261h 21mS1

  Troy breaks down his approach towards learning and implementing regenerative agriculture with an eye on always improving. Join UT extension at Troys farm in Dickson TN on Sept 28th 2026 for the whole enchilada but enjoy this for a preview

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  Episode #23

  Around the Fencepost Episode 23 Karson Rippstein Redmond Salt UT, Jacob Leach Wet Meadows Seed

  Aug 11, 202647 minS1

  The conversation covers the role of Redmond Salt in soil health, the impact of soil health on plant quality, and the relationship between mineral levels and livestock behavior. It also emphasizes the importance of salt as a carrier for minerals and its impact on livestock consumption. The conversation covers the importance of balance in soil and cattle health, emphasizing the 'Moron Effect' and the significance of mineral and nutritional balance. It delves into the impact of forage and nutrition testing, the transition to natural farming, and the use of garlic salt for fly control. The discussion also highlights the relationship between balanced pastures and cattle health, addressing the challenges in agriculture and the significance of cover crops. Takeaways Soil health is crucial for plant and animal health The quality of the plant is important for the health of the livestock Balance over maximum Understanding soil and cattle balance Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Redmond Salt and Soil Health 03:08 The Role of Redmond Salt in Soil Health 06:00 Understanding Soil Health and Plant Quality 09:01 Impact of Redmond Salt on Soil and Plant Quality 18:09 Mineral Levels and Livestock Behavior 20:57 The Importance of Salt as a Carrier for Minerals 26:40 The Moron Effect 27:42 Mineral Balance and Soil Testing 28:33 Forage Testing and Nutritional Balance 30:34 Nutritional College and Lick Tubs 31:04 Importance of Nutrition Tests 33:05 Natural Approach to Cattle Health 33:31 Challenges in Agriculture 33:51 Impact of Cover Crops 35:05 Transition to Natural Farming 39:14 Garlic Salt for Fly Control 43:40 Balanced Pastures and Cattle Health

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  Around the Fencepost Ep 22 My take on New Regenerative Ag EO

  Jul 21, 202618 min

  Another program? how? why? and does it affect me?

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  Episode #21

  🌾Around the Fencepost Episode 21 Ernest Weaver Byron Seeds Southwest TM

  Jul 7, 202657 minS1

  Ernest Weaver, the Southwest Territory Manager for Byron Seeds, shares his journey from dairy farming to becoming an integral part of Byron's growth. He discusses the vital role he played in the company's development and the focus on forage, grasses, and summer annuals. Ernest's commitment to superior feed and digestibility is evident throughout the conversation. The conversation covers topics related to farming, dealer networks, forage management, and the impact of government involvement in agriculture. It also delves into the significance of regenerative agriculture and the role of different players in the industry. The conversation covers a range of topics related to summer and winter annuals, government subsidies, forage improvement, and fall planting. The speakers discuss the impact of subsidies on farming, the effectiveness of forage improvement programs, and the challenges and benefits of stockpiling summer annuals for grazing. They also touch on the importance of soil management, fertility, and moisture for successful fall planting. Takeaways Forage Focus Commitment to Superior Feed Dealer networks are farmer-based and farmer-focused, providing valuable support and knowledge to farmers. Improving forage programs can lead to significant improvements in farm profitability and livestock health. Government subsidies impact farming practices Forage improvement programs can be effective without subsidies Stockpiling summer annuals for grazing requires careful management Fertility and moisture are critical for successful fall planting Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Byron Seeds 12:27 Selecting Alfalfa and Summer Annuals 18:48 Dealer Networks and Farmer Support 36:13 Government Involvement in Agriculture 54:36 Importance of Soil Management and Fertility for Fall Planting

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