Transition to Cattle and Direct Sales Model

What happens here

The farmer describes his journey into livestock, initially starting with goats, which proved to be challenging to keep alive and manage (getting stuck in fences, falling hay bales). He learned that goats were not a suitable first animal for his farm. He then transitioned to Angus cattle, emphasizing their hardiness and suitability for grazing. The core of his strategy shifted to a direct-to-consumer sales model for beef, selling directly from the farm instead of through wholesale markets. This allows him to capture more value from his product, which is grass-fed and raised without unnecessary medications or steroids (animals are only treated if sick). This rotational grazing model ensures cows are always on fresh pasture, moving them regularly to prevent grazing next to their manure.

Goal: Establish a sustainable and profitable livestock operation.