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What does "regenerative agriculture" actually mean, and why should pet parents care?

In this episode, we sit down with the team behind Ramstead Ranch to explore the connection between soil health, nutrient-dense food, sustainable farming, and the health of both people and pets.

We discuss the origin story of Ramstead Ranch, how 240 acres were transformed through regenerative farming practices, and why healthy soil may be one of the most important factors in producing healthier food. You'll learn how regenerative agriculture differs from factory farming and conventional "Big Ag," what nutrient differences may exist between foods raised in healthy ecosystems, and why you can't out-supplement poor-quality food produced from depleted land.

We also dive into practical advice for becoming a more informed consumer, navigating confusing marketing claims, feeding nutrient-dense foods on a budget, and understanding how Ramstead Ranch expanded into products for dogs. Along the way, we share stories from ranch life, lessons learned from livestock guardian dogs, and resources for anyone interested in learning more about regenerative agriculture.

In This Episode:

•  Origin story of Ramstead Ranch 
•  What regenerative agriculture really means 
•  How to evaluate food and pet food marketing claims 
•  Regenerative farming vs factory farming and Big Ag 
•  Soil health and nutrient density 
•  Rebuilding 240 acres through regenerative practices 
•  Why Ramstead Ranch began offering products for dogs 
•  Behind-the-scenes realities of ranch life 
•  The connection between soil, food quality, and chronic health issues 
•  Budget-friendly ways to feed more nutrient-dense foods 
•  Resources for learning more about regenerative agriculture 
•  Chris's journey to Ramstead Ranch 

Find Ramstead Ranch:

• Web: https://ramsteadranch.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/ramsteadranch/
• FB: https://www.facebook.com/RamsteadRanch

Links Discussed:

• Gabe Brown: https://brownsranch.us/
• Common Ground Film: https://commongroundfilm.org/
• Kiss the Ground: https://kissthegroundmovie.com/
• Joel Salatin: https://www.regenerativefarms.org/why-regeneration/
• Food Inc.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXIkrYbqRO0
• Omnivore's Dilemma

Social Media:

• Kimberly: Raw Feeder Life, RawFeederLife.com
• Erin Scott: Believe in Dog podcast, BelieveInDogPodcast.com
• Raw Feeder Life, Instagram.com/RawFeederLife
• Believe in Dog Podcast, Instagram.com/Erin_The_Dog_Mom

Thanks for listening to our podcast.  You can learn more about Erin Scott's first podcast at BelieveInDogPodcast.com.  And you can learn more about raw feeding, raising dogs naturally, and Kimberly's dogs at KeepTheTailWagging.com.  And don't forget to subscribe to The Alternative Dog Moms.