e81. Ranching in Long Island with Stephen Skrenta

In this episode, successful local farmer Stephen Skrenta of Acabonac Farms in Long Island, New York takes listeners on a journey through Long Island’s thriving agricultural scene. Stephen shares his experience of growing his business from a 20-acre farm to a sprawling enterprise with grass-fed beef, lamb, pork, and chicken. He discusses the unique challenges and rewards of farming on an island, from the intricacies of livestock farming infrastructure to navigating the steep learning curve in the industry. Stephen also shares his commitment to animal welfare and regenerative farming, his approach to diversification, and the importance of sustainable agriculture.Social media:Instagram:@acabonacfarmsFacebook: Acabonac Farms Website: https://www.acabonacfarms.com/Discover the wonders of regenerative agriculture with Noble Research Institute! Their practical solutions and extensive research help farmers and ranchers enhance soil health, increase grazing productivity, and uplift the entire ecosystem. They've just launched the Essentials of Regenerative Ranching course - a must for those eager to pioneer change in agriculture. Check them out at noble.org and pioneer a sustainable future today! Follow us on social media!Website: https://grazinggrass.com/Facebook: Grazing Grass PodcastInstagram: @grazinggrassTwitter: @grazing_grassAffiliate links:Riverside - Create professional-quality podcast episodes with ease using Riverside's seamless recording and editing tools.Podium - Unlock your podcast's potential with Podium, the AI copywriter for show notes, articles, social posts, and more!