How Grazing Collars are Changing the Livestock Integration Game (WCP 499)
Working Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil HealthShow Notes
Jay Young of Young Red Angus is a big picture thinker. He has been experimenting with grazing collars for a while now and he is excited about the potential they have to revolutionize his business. He is talking about being more profitable running on fewer acres with better soil health and less time invested. That hits every facet of ranching. We discuss his vision for what the future could look like on this episode.
Sponsor: Remedi Animal Solutions
Relevant Links: Young Red Angus 5th Annual Bull Sale Young Red Angus on YouTube
Jay's Previous Episode: Ep. 287 Jay Young – Using Compost Extracts
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