Episode 281. Improving Profitability on Livestock Operations
In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialists Nina Prater and Lee Rinehart talk about how to improve profitability on livestock operations. They focus specifically on ruminants — choosing the right animals for your environment, grazing management, farm infrastructure, and marketing. Lee shares some guiding questions farmers and ranchers can ask themselves when making farm-management decisions to be sure their operations remain profitable.
Related ATTRA Resources:
Small-Scale Livestock Production
Demystifying Regenerative Grazing and Soil Health with Dr. Allen Williams
Scaling Up for Regional Markets
Regenerative Grazing with Travis Krause
Managing Photosynthesis Through Optimal Grazing
Other Resources:
Contact Nina Prater and Lee Rinehart at ninap@ncat.org and lee@ncat.org.
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