178. Grazing Lessons from the Ground Up with Marque Renshaw

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Grazing Grass Podcast sharing Regenerative Ag Stories

Grazing Grass

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The Grazing Grass Podcast features insights and stories of regenerative farming, specifically emphasizing grass-based livestock management. Our mission is to foster a community where grass farmers can share knowledge and experiences with one another. We delve into their transition to these practices, explore the ins and outs of their operations, and then move into the "Over Grazing" segment, which addresses specific challenges and learning opportunities. The episode rounds off with the "Famous Four" questions, designed to extract valuable wisdom and advice. Join us to gain practical tips and inspiration from the pioneers of regenerative grass farming. This is the podcast for you if you are trying to answer: What are regenerative farm practices? How to be grassfed? How do I graze other species of livestock? What's are ways to improve pasture and lower costs? What to sell direct to the consumer?

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178. Grazing Lessons from the Ground Up with Marque Renshaw

Grazing Grass Podcast sharing Regenerative Ag Stories

1 hour 32 minutes

3 months ago

178. Grazing Lessons from the Ground Up with Marque Renshaw

In this episode of the Grazing Grass Podcast, we hear from Marque Renshaw of Peace in the Valley Farms in West Plains, Missouri. Marque shares her journey into rotational grazing and the lessons she and her husband Ryan have learned transitioning their operation to focus on sheep. From challenging beginnings—managing animals post-house fire and learning by doing with sale barn ewes—to building a resilient and thoughtful grazing system, Marque's story is both raw and inspiring. Her passion for helping others shines through, especially in her efforts to foster a positive online community and mentor other graziers.

Topics Covered

Transitioning from horses and cattle to a sheep-focused operation
Mistakes and hard lessons from buying sale barn sheep
Learning what true rotational grazing is (and what it isn’t)
How a house fire catalyzed a new farming chapter
The importance of fencing and learning to love hotwire
Finding and building a relationship with a sheep-savvy vet
Daily grazing rotations and pasture management
Building supportive and judgment-free communities for graziers
Educating oneself through podcasts, grazing schools, and mentorship
The role of women and generational legacy in agriculture

Why You Should Listen
If you're managing sheep or considering them for your operation, Marque's journey is full of relatable struggles, practical insights, and hard-earned wisdom. Her transparency about missteps and breakthroughs offers a refreshing and motivating perspective—especially if you're navigating your first years in regenerative grazing.

Resources Mentioned

Peace in the Valley Farms
Grazing Grass Community (Facebook)
Grazing Sheep podcast (with Tom and Cam)
Vet Caitlyn from Gainesville, Missouri

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