Grazing for the Birds – Grazing Native Perennials

Source: Practical Farmers of Iowa

John Hogeland and Beth Hoffman raise grass-finished beef and goats at Whippoorwill Creek Farm in Lovilia, Iowa. In this video, John talks about how they are trying to bring more native plants back to the land of their farm. He shares observations about how cattle and goats contribute to the restoration of native plants and habitat and an inspiring story about the return of the whippoorwill.

Length: 04:01

Year Produced: 2025

State: Iowa

Cropping Systems: Beef Cattle, Small Ruminants

Tags: native plants, wildlife