I like what you stated about the cookie cutter advice pushers. So many of these youtubers are pushing a model that won't work for the majority of folks. It works for them because YT income picks up the shortfalls. Everybody can't be a YT channel as part of their business model. It is nice to hear you telling the truth and sharing your business model with us. I have learned more from your little channel than all of the other small and large channels combined. I have to laugh at one particular small channel. The guy sold people a monthly membership where information would be shared. Well, it ended up being just jibber jabber with no specific info given. I think this couple were well intentioned but missed the mark by a long shot. Appreciate you and your family. Thanks for all the work you do to help us learn.
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Light Ning, you are spot-on regarding cookie-cutter approaches. So much about farming is learning how to work with your land, your climate, and your own skill set. There are other farmers I looked up to and learned from when we started, but the way we farm is a mix of different methods taken from multiple teachers and adapted to work optimally for our situation. I think it's a terrible disservice when some experts mislead those not familiar with farming by reducing farming to an overly-simplified set of talking points.
@AaricHale
4 жыл бұрын
You hit the nail on the head !
@HeritageFarmsTexas
4 жыл бұрын
Light Ning - you’re spot on with your comment.
@chu6645
3 жыл бұрын
Lol why do I know who you are talking about
@SuperJason225
3 жыл бұрын
I didn’t think people made that much on YT, I thought it was laughable per YT makers themselves
@louisguerin8443
3 жыл бұрын
This was better than the lectures we paid big tuition for in business school.
@kuzivabaila9880
3 жыл бұрын
Yaaa yaaa true louis.
@mubeenmubeen2895
4 жыл бұрын
I love this guy. Honest and means well for everyone. And enjoyable to watch and listen to. Thank you sir
@johnmatthews7259
3 жыл бұрын
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@CaptainMattsWorms
Жыл бұрын
Yes wow, Have you considered worm farming? I raise millions of worms for fertilizer for my garden & to teach others how to care for them :) Its all about being self sustaining! Thanks for the great video, I love seeing what others are doing :)
@kutsop
4 жыл бұрын
Big fan of this farm and extremely impressed with the quality of the KZitem videos
@aussie.clippa
4 жыл бұрын
kutsop amazing detailed videos
@jpecenko
Жыл бұрын
Pete you are a living example of success.Your philosophy in how to approach life and what you do is a shining, positive example for those who are willing to try this.
@bubbaramsey3732
4 жыл бұрын
I have been raising commercial cattle for over 40 years. I have been researching farming similar to what you and your wife are doing. You have some good advice and information. We are close to changing our farming model. We are in South Carolina all our lives. We have already started grass fed beef on a small scale. Looks promising. Thanks. I'm glad I found your channel even though I'm getting older. Lol
@jamjar5716
3 жыл бұрын
Bubba Ramsey, to consider changing your ways after 40 years is brave and admirable! And doing it a bit at a time, wise.
@lawyer-562
Жыл бұрын
I cannot tell you how grateful I am to come across your video. One of the most superior master classes in small farming I’ve ever heard. I wish you nothing but continued success with your vision and your farm. Simply amazing! 🤝✨
@cavolpert
4 жыл бұрын
we really appreciate your willingness to share your journey here on the tube. fantastic content!
@DoAndBrewDIY
3 жыл бұрын
Great video Pete! My wife and I are at year 1...we bought our 56 acre farm 2 years ago, spent the last 2 years renovating the 200 year old farmhouse and will be getting our first (few) animals this summer. Initially envisioned as a fleece farm, we quickly realized that fleece alone would most likely not be sustainable...so like you, we’ll focus on heritage breeds (Devons and Hog Island Sheep to start - not decided on the rest of the animals yet). This video is immensely helpful and reassuring...thanks for making it available! Good luck to you and your family!
@wonderwhyfarmhomestead793
4 жыл бұрын
Sir I found your channel when it was recommended to me. I have a small old dairy farm in SW Pa that has been in my family since 1940. I’m about 10 years from retirement and I’m slowly trying to get to where you are. I can’t tell you how much I love watching your channel! You ate farming so much like I do. Please please keep them coming I love them all!
@HeritageFarmsTexas
4 жыл бұрын
Wonder Why Farm & Homestead - I’m right there with you. I hope to retire in 10 years or so to the farm.
@KKISCRAZYFUL
2 жыл бұрын
It's nice to hear your wife is a nurse. I'm in nursing school but want to eventually leave the city and have a small farm/make homemade soap. It gives me hope that maybe I can do that one day. ♥️
@danburch9989
2 жыл бұрын
Many of the ethics you live by can apply to everyone, whether farming or not. We identify our wants and needs. We save up and pay cash for our wants and only finance our needs if necessary and ONLY if necessary. If we can do without or have an alternate plan, we use it. Debt makes the borrower a slave to the lender. The only thing we financed is our home. The last thing I financed (other than a home) was a piano for my wife's birthday in the 1980s. I'm too old now to run my own small farm, but I've alway envied that way of life.
@w00dsta
4 жыл бұрын
Something to add with your Dexter cattle, They are a good feed converter. They consume a relatively small amount of grass for their eventual beef output. I grow Limousin / Angus / Murray Grey cattle because thats what the business we bought was already doing. If we were to do over I believe we would do dexter. We also do dorper sheep.
@JokeeGA5
4 жыл бұрын
Tells you about the quality of your convictions, that you are neither pushing a model people adopt, nor afraid of showing exactly what you're doing. I would love to have a farm, and hopefully some day soon I will, and watching your channel has me excited for a small family farm life.
@hyjackr
4 жыл бұрын
Love your channel. I'm 48, wife's 47. I have been injured and am no longer employable. We are thinking about starting a small type farm. Your advice is great to hear. Thanks for sharing.
@jimmiller1108
4 жыл бұрын
I too am from Ithaca though I left 43 years ago. I enjoy watching your videos and most often learn from them. I grew up on a large dairy farm that overlooked Cayuga lake and shaped my love for the earth. My wife and I of 48 years work together and have created a “gentlemen’s farm” by raising and preserving a large garden, raising beef, chickens, and turkeys. We have given some of my grandchildren a chance to bail hay and get sore hands and tired backs preparing for the winter. All good stuff! Keep the videos coming.
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jim, I believe farm work is a great way to build character for kids. It used to be that almost every kid in America had some experience working on a farm during summer vacation. Good for you!
@joureynewell7800
2 жыл бұрын
You are so easy to listen to, a purely humble person explaining logically and very clearly your approach to a successful business. Thank you.
@lark3po
2 жыл бұрын
Solid advice! Most of it was basic common sense but sometimes people need that reassurance when venturing into something new. I've watched several of your videos and can't thank you enough for your wisdom and logical approach to the basics of how it all works.
@intohomesteading778
4 жыл бұрын
We are just starting our journey and have watched countless others give their “KZitem” advice. You are the first to give a very detailed but individualized outline of farming 101. Very refreshing to feel a positive and informative explanation and not once feel anything other than your honest advice and help. Thank you for taking time to help us.
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Starting a small farm is not easy but is very rewarding. I'm glad you've found my advice helpful.
@bslturtle
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. We are on a path to building a small farm in Maine, your model is very much like what we have in mind. Thank you and good luck!
@andreafalconiero9089
4 жыл бұрын
@@Jj-gi2uv Greg Judy is the best! I'll check out the other channel you mentioned, and if it's even half as good as this one, I'll probably subscribe.
@dustoff1472
Жыл бұрын
As always outstanding advice. Enjoying the channel. Tks for sharing. I purchased a small farm(less than 80 acres) and have been slowly working towards accomplishing my business plan. I did this after I retired. One recommendation I would like to add is if at all possible, start the farm while still working. Once you get on a fixed income it becomes 100% harder to get the equipment you need to operate the farm. Just my 2 cents worth. Keep up the good work.
@danl455
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your wisdom and expertise that you've developed over the years. I'm very interested in this way of living and am aiming to pursue it. Thanks again!
@josephklingelhutz6182
4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful advice. I talk with many landowners that want to create a farm and I always tell them, "take it slow and don't do everything at once."
@patrickgrimes8964
Жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you about the profitability of small regenerative farms over big traditional farms and you nailed it as to why small regenerative farms are vastly more profitable than big farms. Former Secretary of Agriculture Earl Butz told farmers to: "Get big or get out." and lots of farmers followed his advice and went into debt and lost their farms. Farmers like you will prosper while the get big crowd will continue to go bankrupt with a few notable exceptions like Gabe Brown of North Dakota.
@BretAllenStudios
4 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel and the timing couldn’t be better! We just bought a 31 acre property with the intention of creating a small farm that can provide us with our own food and supplement some additional income. It was already pastureland for cattle, so lucky us, it’s already fenced with an upper pasture that’s growing an amazing garden while we build our house this summer. Love the videos and all the information, especially the series on harvesting hay. We have roughly 18 acres of good pasture to pull hay from that’s not wooded and a few acres we will be using for growing fruits and vegetables. It’s a lot of work building in the infrastructure, but we’re really enjoying the process!
@austinfox5268
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Pete. It’s really evident that you put a lot of forethought and time into making these videos interesting, and packed with information from your experience.
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Austin, thank you!
@workingclasshero7239
4 жыл бұрын
Very good video better than most.
@SticksAandstonesBozo
Жыл бұрын
1:30 in and ive finally found my channel to study. Exactly what i been saying watching all these videos.
@travisbatten2711
Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your videos. You’re always so informative and helpful. God bless you and your family!
@504carl
4 жыл бұрын
This is a great tutorial about farming and starting a business. Thumbs Up
@isaactobin9049
4 жыл бұрын
You do such a great job! Thank you!
@bjmanimalsbreedingfarm4489
2 жыл бұрын
Wow this is da best video I have ever watched am ready to start thx so much bro may God bless da work of your hands in Uganda and enjoying yo videos very educative
@melvinbyrd8609
4 жыл бұрын
If it is possible Pete every new video of yours is better than the last. That is very hard considering you always hit all the points good or bad. Please keep them coming my friend. Great job as always!!
@lukagiltrap77
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Pete, just wanted to say I really enjoy watching your videos here in Ireland. Every single one of them is very interesting and informative, and the production value is excellent. Thank you for the time and effort you put into these, and long may you continue!
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!!
@charlesmull5296
3 жыл бұрын
I am in the initial stage of planning to start a small farm, and I have watched a lot of KZitem videos on the subject, and I think this is the best video I have seen. He captures a lot of things I was kind of thinking about, but had not fully conceptualized in my mind. He brings it all together in terms of overall strategy very well. I am just really impressed. This guy (he is so humble I don't even know his name) is genuine and intelligent and it shows in the substance what he is sharing.
@starnet36
4 жыл бұрын
Great video Pete. I live in the city, but I'm hoping to buy a small farm like yours in the next 1 - 2 years. I loved your video series on haying, which is what I'd like to start with. Just being outdoors in the sunshine and the smell of freshly cut grass/hay is what I crave. Thanks for making these very instructional videos.
@nogrutznoglory
2 жыл бұрын
How’s it going? Where you able to get the farm?
@ontariosfinest8971
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a big fan of your channel. I've been binge watching after work since I came across it last weekend. I'm in northern Ontario and it's nice to see someone operating in a similar climate.
@pundutsoyouthguidanceandme9870
2 жыл бұрын
Bought a farm n stating like the general principles .love from Africa Zimbabwe
@D4m4g3d
4 жыл бұрын
Make sure to study up on IRS publication 225 if you are starting a farm/ranch.
@nitrorsfour
Жыл бұрын
Hello from Canada. Thnx for the hours of information and entertainment. Don't listen to negative comments. Chin up march on.
@donaldwhite2744
4 жыл бұрын
Another great video Pete! If I were younger, I'd put a lot of these principles to work myself. I especially like the way you've built your infrastructer as I really like the smaller equipment that is adequate for a farm your size and was the same for our dairy farm up in Pulaski, NY years ago.
@bjmanimalsbreedingfarm4489
2 жыл бұрын
I swear your da best thx so much...thumbs up
@mrmedeval4
2 жыл бұрын
Love them old tractors them internationals like that are bulletproof
@bernadettelee5949
7 ай бұрын
Thank you. God bless you and your family.
@crazycoyote1738
4 жыл бұрын
I’m one of those who asked some stupid questions.. thank you Pete, for answering all of them with patients:))
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Crazy Coyote, I never thought any of your questions were stupid! I always appreciate them.
@crazycoyote1738
4 жыл бұрын
Just a Few Acres Farm thanks!!
@windstormgaming6183
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a new subscriber and I love all the videos I've seen! in the future I'll be taking over my family farm. And I love farming and wanna keep the farm alive! but I am young and still learning from my dad and grandpa, but these videos are very informative and I can learn so much from these. Ain't nothing like the pride in taking care of a farm and the work that goes into it!
@jeffmardling
4 жыл бұрын
New sub here in southwestern Ontario 🇨🇦 you had me at “ethics by which you farm influence the profitability...” well said sir. You’re living the dream - my dream AND our children are ages 17, 14 and 12 😀
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Same ages as our kids Jeff! Thanks for subscribing!
@transformingmyself8607
3 жыл бұрын
Hi you know what l bumped into videos because am the process of setting up a small farm but after watching two videos l learnt a lot. I love your content. Thank you mate
@mrrene1147
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! Found it to be very encouraging. Im so ready for a farm life! Goodbye corporate career. Hello Farm life!!
@ethicalfarmer7424
4 жыл бұрын
Just fantastic! I'm so glad that I found your channel as we are just starting out on our own small farming adventure after a lifetime in the Corporate world.
@HeritageFarmsTexas
4 жыл бұрын
ethicalfarmer - I’m jealous, I have a few more years of corporate life.
@bilaarinsubuga3768
3 жыл бұрын
Good work
@auntnan9121
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your honesty. We’re a “Boomer” couple hoping to grow a garden for our small family. Not farmers by a long shot, with little more than an acre. I’ve always had a garden. Tomatoes, squash, zucchini and okra ( my son’s favorite) We’re hoping to branch out this year with corn and sweet potatoes. Blessings for you and your family.
@Kristian_Saile
4 жыл бұрын
This is so timely, thanks. Your videos are so well done, informative, and logically presented, I am glad to see your subscriber base numbers jumping. Well deserved. Keep the content coming. 👍
@dominicruggiero2626
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, I really enjoy your comments
@andreafalconiero9089
4 жыл бұрын
Another great video! I'm very glad to have found your channel, as I plan to get into regenerative farming (in a small way) over the next year, and I've been trying to learn as much as I can to avoid making serious mistakes. What I find most excellent about your videos is the clear and concise way in which you explain yourself. Every sentence conveys some piece of useful knowledge, which makes the whole video jam-packed with great advice. I just came across your videos recently, but I plan to go through the entire collection and expect to learn a lot!
@jamosgarage9006
Жыл бұрын
Such good information. I especially like the pay as you go, provide a superior product, and make your unique plan ideas. Thanks.
@danieldeskins
4 жыл бұрын
Man just found your channel I love the quality of you videos and the lvl of info your putting out. I have been planning and saving for some time now and hope to in the next year start with some land back in my home state of ohio I look forward to your videos
@RosySideFarm
3 жыл бұрын
Loving your channel! I just started a small farm myself.
@cjandjoannegodkin3787
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I look forward to watch all your videos.
@buckshot8152
4 жыл бұрын
Smart farmer
@officialweldingfarmingarch2041
4 жыл бұрын
You make great and very helpful videos, thanks friend!
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!!
@floodwaterfarms2271
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate and live by the same values. Thank you.
@calebweaver3628
4 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm just up the road from you in Oswego County. I tell every customer they are welcome to visit the farm to see the animal they are buying and how it is being raised. So far i have been lucky to build a good many repeat customers.
@tomatoking8090
4 жыл бұрын
Very informative Pete. Thanks. So true on it takes time. The business model does not change you are correct, 3 to 5 years until you see progress with profit. The technology kids have a hard time grasping this because technology advances so fast. Take care.
@clearskyamerica3107
4 жыл бұрын
More great advice Pete. Great channel for those serious about making the jump to farming.
@emmaturner26
Жыл бұрын
I pray you guys are doing ok. I just found your video. We are getting ready to start this new chapter in our lives. God bless
@briangundersen9058
2 жыл бұрын
Keep up what your doing. Your very inspirational to me. I believe your a good man even If I don’t know you.
@surindersarwara4452
4 жыл бұрын
I love how you present your videos it’s good content with a big smile on your face and most importantly how to save and then spend on your operating cost Keep it up
@steveb.7120
3 ай бұрын
Great advice! So we'll presented!
@twc9000
2 жыл бұрын
That's exactly the kind of business I want to have. Based on quality and integrity.
@k2enneth2
4 жыл бұрын
congrats! Did I hear you say Joel Salatin? about 6:30 into your video.
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, he was my inspiration starting our farm!
@chrishoneycutt9839
Жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, just stumbled across your channel. I must say that was an outstanding, articulate ,well designed, thoughtful , and tons of information on for someone looking to start their own farm such as me I am 40 years old and I have 50 acres and no infrastructure looking to raise cattle, etc. thank you for the insight and the encouragement in the well thought out words coming from somebody that took the same path
@wayofthewordwow7574
4 жыл бұрын
I love your videos thanks for sharing
@MashAllahMari
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your videos. I just subscribed and I’ve watched a few. They really entertaining but also very educational.
@brentonkelly3780
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video. Thanks for sharing
@torrespearls381
2 жыл бұрын
Surely you've reached "National Treasure" status in America. Solid and sensible advise. Thank you.
@geneellens6939
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pete this was such a fantastic video.
@dougdickey7381
4 жыл бұрын
Old Don Quixote often jousted with windmills...😳🤣🤣...I've just recently found your channel and have watched most of your videos. Love the videos and content. We live in Northwest PA and are working to start a small micro dairy to make artisanal cheese, ice cream and butter. Theres a lot of truth to your videos.
@AaricHale
4 жыл бұрын
I love your smart and think things through ! Your channel is really growing now ! I knew it would you always but out great info . I hope you had a great Fathers Day !
@JustaFewAcresFarm
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Aaric!
@megandonaldson4964
4 жыл бұрын
I just bought your book, and so far I’m loving it! Thank you for sharing your wisdom with the world!
@codycox4309
2 жыл бұрын
Subbed within 30 seconds of the first video I saw (this one) because you can just tell this is the guy
@veed_official
Жыл бұрын
Heyyy buddy, it was sooo amazing watching such an informative video, I as always seriously loved to have a successful agricultural/farm land, that made me a hundreds of thousands of $$$/ year..... As watching your video I'm pretty sure to have that someday insha,allah.... seriously intrested in meeting you in person someday.... Zabih khan from Afghanistan 🇦🇫.
@RosySideFarm
3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Starting a small farm myself on the Eastern Shore of Maryland
@brianbordenkircher52
2 жыл бұрын
Perfect sized farm for my hobby farm :)
@collinsloan2593
4 жыл бұрын
That was a great video! Thanks and keep up the good work.
@petehoward8494
Жыл бұрын
Just Great Advice...all around.
@jhenson5168
2 жыл бұрын
Variety of your dexter cattle is the same concept I have with my orchard. So many people think "blueberries are blueberries", No sir. Have you tried anything else than thick skinned super acidic and tart blueberries that you buy from the store? Because I grow artisan varieties that need to be eaten immediately. They can't store in a freezer truck on transit for 2 weeks, that is why they are so sweet, everybody needs to try rare varieties of fruits/vegetables and livestock, and realize what delicious is!
@helichief
3 жыл бұрын
Unreal information and well laid out videos. Thank you.
@ladbol521
3 жыл бұрын
You are a great communicator. Thanks for this valuable information
@sammasters2238
Жыл бұрын
Well said, and well done. Cheers!
@drivingthoughts1111
4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video thank you for sharing!
@berrybrookorganics4748
2 жыл бұрын
We are just like you guys Pete thanks for the great videos keep it up!!!👍
@rossholmes178
4 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Australia...generous, optimistic and inspiring advice! Thanks so much...
@ryanforbes3021
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Pete. Great video. I just found your videos a couple weeks ago. We also sell our beef, pork, chicken, turkeys, eggs and sweet corn direct to customers. You got yourself a new subscriber from New Brunswick, Canada.
@savageairsoft9259
2 жыл бұрын
Sound advice. Thank you!
@maryloomis8075
Жыл бұрын
I like honesty...think I'll call you 'honest Pete'. LOL
@farmlife9601
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your knowledge
@mauida7746
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, starting my own farm in S Carolina as my retirement
@TheLloyz
3 жыл бұрын
Your advice is such an encouragement to me, thank you for what you do I very much appreciate it as we strive to get started on our newly obtained land.
@NWTejas
2 жыл бұрын
Great thoughts, Pete. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and experience.
@Anna-zv8od
4 жыл бұрын
you are such a sweet, kind, and giving person with your time in sharing all this! Thank you :)
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