I'm Having Problems With Growth!

[@FlamingBasketballClub]

One of the main reasons why I subscribed to this KZbin channel is Pete shows the viewers the reality of small farms and how they operate. He also shows us how small farms helps local communities in their respective regions. Glad I found this channel two weeks ago on Thursday.

[@katieandkevinsears7724]

I found Pete about 18 months ago...because I have Dexters too. Welcome to the channel.

[@terryg6596]

absolutely agree with you Flaming,took the words out of my mouth as they sat lol,just about to type and saw your post,Im also a new watcher,his enthusiasm comes across and I like that makes me feel I want to join him,his children have a great father and good teacher about life they should do well

[@beckyhp7776]

I am 56 and at my age I don’t have a desire for new cars, new clothes and shopping in general. It is quite a relief to not be constantly wanting things.

[@zadokmotorfreight2423]

Agree 💯

[@alexandert6489]

I'm 15 and getting ready for buying a car and every old car I look at that I can afford my dad don't like. Even though I got 2 years to get my g2 It's better to have my own for g1 so I get used to it

[@alexandert6489]

I also get my clothes from good will most of the time but it's hard finding clothes for me

[@floridasaltlife]

57 here and me exactly, I done a lot of it, but over it all now.

[@timedvrodlehnen8448]

Just peace becky

[@countrypete]

I really appreciate the way you have shared your philosophy on life goals. Your thoughts and experiences have certainly made me think.

[@mountaindreamer7883]

Thanks Pete, whenever I get to much negativity and polictical indoctrination during my day. I watch your video and gives me hope. Thanks again, keep it up

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Oh gosh, we can all use a break from that. It just makes people angrier.

[@Matt-mq1ep]

I second both comments!

[@Onehellofaguy]

Yes sir/ mam Dreamer. I’m so sick of hearing how Simone is a quitter and Jan 6 I can pull my hair out. I have to stay off of Twitter and Facebook just to keep my sanity.

[@davidbaker690]

I read an article recently that stated farming was an occupation destined for elimination due to mechanization and AI. I hope and pray that is not the case. A better future would be one where family farms replace industrial farming all over the country and everyone can enjoy the benefits of locally grown food. It would be better for the environment, general health and the economy as well.

[@nanchesca3950]

Who knew watching someone mow would be so satisfying lol. Love your outlook on life Pete!

[@triniheese1569]

LOVE the BYU t-shirt! My husband and I were wondering... Thank you for the clean language. My husband and I have just been able to purchase 47 acres from my grandparents original 1000+ acre farm. We are thinking about getting off the treadmill. Thanks again!

[@montrichins6040]

I had the same thoughts. But he wears university shirts from all over the country .

[@steveseiler8782]

i was thinking about how you have grown to the size you planned and that you can support yourselves and how this is the real economy at work as appose to big corp that will compromise quality for money i love it cheers

[@love2scoobysnack]

I love the simplicity of your explanation for your business model and appreciate and admire your choice for the "simple life"

[@ghazman6141]

Greed and avarice is the American dream sold to everyone, but the enlightened see that more isn't always better. Sometimes more is just more. I may not be able to afford every toy I want, but I'm happy enjoying the ones I have.

[@Mike-te3jd]

Thank you for the new vocabulary! I had to look up avarice. I totally agree with your post

[@alexandert6489]

Don't need money to be happy unless your my dad who thinks a 50c-$2 quail (hatching them) makes money when it's more of a hobby

[@michaelvongiersbach7726]

Greed and avarice, redundancy aside, is not the "American dream sold to everyone." The ability of the individual to pursue life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness is the American dream. The individual gets to determine what makes them happy, it isn't constrained by government. If hoarding material possessions is your goal, that's your right; if it isn't, that's your right too.

[@ghazman6141]

@@michaelvongiersbach7726 I'll agree to disagree. It is tacitly implied that the more things you accumulate, the happier you will be, and that just is not true. Some of the most unhappy people that I have ever met are also the richest.

[@tessesmom]

Haha, the pigs in the woods remind me of the munchkins revealing themselves to Dorothy ❤️

[@margiesteininger3344]

ny dad was farmer - you remind me of my dad. heloved the life very much also and was happy as a clam to live it every day. could taste the soil and tell you what it needed to plant your crop. i miss him. he farmed in cedar grove, md

[@jimtaylor2725]

Thanks again for Sharing your thoughts & practices for a smaller farmer. The more I watch, the more I learn.

[@harrok38]

I am always looking forward to your videos. They calm my heart and mind, also reminding me of the times growing up on a small farm. It is very interesting to me how you combine sound business practices and farm life. It also makes me happy how you interact with your animals, yet never lose sight of their life’s purpose.In all your videos you show great compassion, patience but also your love for your farm and al its inhabitants. Thank you!

[@TheStormisComing24]

That’s the smartest thing I have heard in quite awhile. Thank you Pete. I will put this to work while planning our self sufficiency/personal income budget.

[@chadmyers09]

I love the editing on the quick-clips action-shots when you start up the tractor. Excellent editing!

[@Kristian_Saile]

You nailed my view these days Pete. The human condition is such that we always want more and our whole society is based on consumption and the idea of continuous economic growth. It’s easy to get stuck in the rut and we have been trying to simplify our lives to not be sucked into that too. Great job executing your plan and setting your limits!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

That continuous growth is going to be like Wile E. Coyote running off a cliff some day.

[@jacobmcfarlane6528]

@@JustaFewAcresFarm Pete do you milk any of the cows for personal use?

[@JamesDedmon]

It makes sense on the beef. Years ago when we got raw milk from the uncles dairy, the cows were pastured more than today. So certain weeds, made the milk smell, and bad taste so it’s not a stretch on beef. Actually we purchased parts of cattle for beef then, so a common practice was to take the steer off pasture and for one month just grain feed him. This is how beef was raised for personal use, in my childhood

[@snarky_farmer]

That's how I still finish my beefs. Likely always will.

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

You have a wonderful philosophy of living the best life. I hope the younger ones are listening, not just those of my age. It just might stop them from chasing false happiness.

[@hykaflores1900]

You spoke well, hope your seeds of knowledge get spread to our younger folks😀

[@nimrod275]

Love the animals, stay for the life advice! Thanks Pete & Hilary 🇺🇸

[@SawmillerSmith]

Yes life is a difficult thing to figure out. Generally speaking most want more. Myself I don't want more stuff. Many now days have so much stuff the can't get into there garage. And others rent storage buildings.

[@AutoCrete]

Learning the difference between "need" and "want" goes a very long way. Wearing stuff out and waiting for sales on stuff you consume then buying lots stretches your dollar.

[@ronaldbeuron3766]

best video on the internet. full of truths, morals and good old fashion common sence. Thanks to you and your family!

[@kenhenke3693]

Love the sound of that old Farmall. I had a 51H a few years ago

[@love2scoobysnack]

My 3 year old yelled run run run for you, she was disappointed it didn't work

[@jewelcitizen2567]

Well no problems with channel *growth* that’s for sure! Almost *150K* Subs

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

He truly deserves every single one of those subscribers.

[@jewelcitizen2567]

@@dwaynekoblitz6032 Yeah Pete’s clearly a lovely fella with a great ethos, farm and family.

[@captaindoomsdayreloaded6685]

He deserve all his success.

[@doughdad4015]

Thank you. I live in a major west coast city but grew up in farm country in Michigan. I remember driving one of those old red tractors as a 13 year old. I wanted to move away so bad as a teenager. Now getting out of the big city with all the crime and political focus makes your channel a refreshing break. Thanks again.

[@gerryhand]

Back in the 80's I used a cattle oiler to help reduce the bothersome flies on the cattle. Easy maintainence and cost effective too. I only needed one oiler for my 26 cows. It was easy to move it to different pastures as I would hook a drag chain to it or lift it with the front end loader.

[@TheWattanneh]

So nice to see your videos. They are what you talk about in this video: no pressure.

[@tieftruam3944]

So i have found your videos, over the last 2 months, and you have very very wise wisdom, jokes, an attitude, and the tractors you work on aswell. Love how in-depth you get with the cuttings the farmers market the cattle and the rest of the critters. You really are my definition of a true farmer. Say hello to the piglets for me.

[@christopherbuckley94]

Always good advice and interesting to watch.

[@dcct1905]

I personally liked the drone footage when moving cattle from a couple videos back. It helped viewers understand your grazing plan and how just what you were doing with the electric fence as you moved it along.

[@kathleendailey347]

I feel you. I've gone through the learning curve of growing a business(dislike managing people(millennials), evolved a simpler business but still struggled with where we are meant to be and what our community really needs, closed first business(sold building)... Sold second business to young entrepreneur. I identified as those businesses so it was a hard transition but decided to keep it even simpler. I'd rather care for my own animals, family and land and know I'm appreciated. My husband and I love your channel, your beliefs, and your inspiration. We are starting our journey of moving to much more acreage. It's messy right now and a lot of work, but satisfying work and you have been a great guide for us. Thank you for lending your honest experience and superb content.

[@thomasbrown2650]

Thank you for letting us be a part of your world! It’s beautiful what you do!

[@commununityconsultant6029]

Something my parents did was keep walkie talkies on you - while your out there working alone - in case of emergency or injury you can call each other for help or ck up on each other. Plus if the grid goes down you have access to reach each other.

[@lordjaashin]

damn beautiful and intelligent. best combo

[@jupitercyclops6521]

I was working on a job in Kentucky. We had to use walkie-talkies to communicate with the Crain operator because we were out of site for hand signals. Problem was the only channel we could use was being used by some local workers like a phone. We tried telling them we only needed the channel every once in a while but for safety reasons, we really needed the channel clear for those few moments. They ignored us. My coworker/ friend frustrated one day when we couldn't hear the crane operator 100 ft from us but could hear Billie Bob talking to Bobby Bill loud and clear My fiend tried getting the channel for 10 min but they refused. My friend ended up cursing one of them who mistook him for his friend. Friend "Hey, why don't you just goto hell?" Bb- "Is this Billy?" Fr- "yeah this is Billy & why don't u just fk yourself? Bb- "gee Billy. Just don't sound like you. I don't know why u would say something like that." Fr- "i said because I meant it. Truth Is I never did like u. I think ur a pos " Bb- "well gee bill. That's not very nice. I don't know what to say." Fr- "don't say nothing Bob! Just stfu. We can settle this when I see you later.. So for now you can stick it up your az, go fk yourself with it, most important; STFU AND GET OFF THE CHANNEL ! We'll settle this later!" He was so mad. He was looking at the walkie talkie he was yelling in like he wanted to reach through it and grab the guy on the other end. We were laughing so hard. He got the line cleared too. No offense , but you aren't from Louisville & your dad isn't named Billie Bob by any chance?

[@jupitercyclops6521]

I had an outstanding response, but you tube asked if I was sure I wanted to post it. It was a beautiful story. Too long to repeat it. It's not only your loss, but mine & all of humanities as well. Down with censorship! Free Assange! Hillary killed Epstein! Biden is a joke no one wanted! Trump doesn't give a hoot about the working class! PEACE!

[@adamwagner1987]

I also carry them especially when on the tractors 🚜 😏

[@doug1883]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the model you are using!! Thank you for the amazing video and motivation to retire earlier that I was and moving back to my family farm.

[@jacobm1001]

Well done sir. Congratulations to your family. Thank you for sharing and inspiring. After 20 years of 60+ hours per week in the automotive industry we are nearly able to start our farm business. Central Kentucky in 6-12 months we hope

[@pdc023]

I enjoy watching you interact with your livestock. It's obvious that although your animals are ultimately a product and a source of income for your business, you still have a great deal of empathy and fondness for each animal. Your livestock live a much fuller existence than factory farms and feedlots provide.

[@terencefilipiak3945]

Love your description of being sustainable and right sizing the business. Had two farm uncle’s that ran their farms differently one constantly getting bigger (800 acres) and leveraging to grow , and one remaining small (120 acres) and owning everything. Small farm uncle was happier with far less stress .

[@camicri4263]

Love how the cows wait for you to move them😊🤗

[@HomeShowTV]

lol You said "I wonder why they are so afraid of me". My son chimed up "I bet they notice there aren't a lot of old pigs hanging around" lol.

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Ha ha that's funny!!

[@jts1040]

Thank You for your Wisdom!

[@sgrvtl7183]

I love that you talk to the animals. And I love hearing all the sounds they make and their reactions and maneuvers make me laugh!!

[@celestehickman8778]

My husband introduced me to your channel. I’m hooked! Go Cougs! 💙 the BYU tee!

[@richardharkness4675]

I have had amazing results with "the big stinko". You probably know about it, but just in case. It is a 2 1/2 gallon glass jar with a top that lets in flies. Hang raw bacon from the top and let it tough the water filled 1/2 way up with some dish soap. I have had to empty that once a day for 4 days filled to the brim with dead flies. At that point, forget the bacon, just leave 1/4 full of dead flies, add water to 1/2 and some soap and you are on your way. We had to keep it 20-30 feet away because it lived up to its name, but it must have cleared flies for at least 300 feet in all directions. No flies after a few days. We buried the dead flies in a small pit and covered with dear after each dumping. It would at least clear your barn area of flies. Amazing Rich

[@denniswhite5566]

I have a lot of things I could talk to you about Pete but I know how little time you have so I'll keep it short. Your a good guy Pete!

[@Mandren]

I really enjoy seeing the methods of high-density grazing in play at your farm. My expertise is just a handful of youtube videos about the idea, but it's very exciting to see how healthy your pastures look.

[@karenrobb6801]

My husband was so excited to see you on the tractor with a BYU shirt. Go Cougars! And Go Pete! We appreciate your candor and common sense.

[@purplerunner1715]

And I appreciate your looks on personal finances, pretty much along the line I look at it as well.

[@greenhornhomesteaders8249]

Hey Pete, thank for your awesome videos. They are pack FULL of great info. Me and my kiddos love watching them.

[@mihandsplitters705]

Almost reminded me of your business of farming series you had back in the beginning when you were sharing the numbers in your operation. I have been with you on the farm for quite a while as many of us have been.

[@albertabrandenburg5027]

Glad to hear that you love capitalist instead of being a socialist and communist . If you are like me you love our way of life . Now I know why I follow you . Pete is all American. God bless you , Pete.

[@kylecarpenter40]

Excellent message! Content seems to be lacking these days. Every now and then everyone needs to look around and realize how good it is for what they do have.

[@whittwagyu7718]

My favorite thing to do to relax and wind down is drive my Polaris Ranger into the middle Of the cows, cut it off and listen to them chow down. It reminds me why I love farming and who is really got control of everything. I thank god for that.

[@bm3830]

...and thank you for the t-shirt explanation. Perhaps I am not the only person who was starting to wonder?

[@michaelharvey7613]

Thank God someone has figured stainability. No boom and bust cycle here.

[@kendolan-delvecchio8585]

Thanks for the great analysis re: constant growth.

[@redcossack245]

Pete, very wise business observations bud. Glad to hear someone else gets it as well. Please keep up the good work you and your family do and keep spreading the good message you tell every week!

[@davidh9897]

Pete, thanks for sharing you words of life long experience and wisdom! I once heard back in the 70's the Term "Small is Beautiful"

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

Love that WVU shirt! Let's goooooooo....Mountaineers! My niece graduated from Marshall, then WVU, and now she's a dentist in Albany, NY. :)

[@montrichins6040]

The ultimate life hack, wanting what you already have! Love the BYU shirt! And your channel! I started my own contracting business to get “more” but realized it made my lifestyle horrible. I was always stressed and worrying! I found that I’m much happier working for someone else and farming on the side.

[@northrungrader8937]

Thank you for sharing, much appreciated.

[@mikek4043]

Loved this video!! You spoke from the heart about business, stresses, economics and life.

[@er1073]

Pete growing up in western pa I could not describe that smell it is no pollution and the air is clean I call it sweet air it makes you breathe easier.

[@briansohl]

Those pigs have a fantastic life.

[@mabdman2140]

Very wise commentary. There is more than life to growing bigger. Growing personal depth is the answer.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Cattle munching sound love it!

[@jeffboothe2102]

You are a wise, wise man. I'm so glad I found your channel. Thank you.

[@kladpapier]

I'm so glad I came across your channel throught YT suggestions. Such a welcome difference from all the big farm channels. I'm in the process of watching all your videos in order to catch up. I really like the openness of it all, you show things as they are, no embellishment or withholding of information.

[@joshbraman4227]

I like the growth thoughts you have. I own a remodeling company that does really well. Everyone urges me to get bigger and bigger, I share the same thought as you of sustainability. It was nice to share your video with my wife. You put it in better words then I could but it helped cement our decision to stay happy and manageable. Thanks teacher Pete

[@Chandan_kumar1992]

I joined this channel to enjoy farm videos but now I am addicted to Pete's philosophies and stories.🙂🙂

[@kathrynhelm4176]

Beautiful pastures and it is a lovely sight and sound....so peaceful indeed! 🥰.

[@hayfork100]

You have a great insight into the nature of work and money.

[@SuitedConnectors]

Very healthy thinking, Pete, thanks for your words. A lot of Americans (and other nationalities) should change their thinking and understand that growth and consuming more doesn't make a lot of sense in most cases.

[@danielhenebry223]

Nice job Pete. I hope this system keeps working for you and your family. I agree with your sentiment. The problem with growth is the green monsters at the end. Greed and then fear of losing all the growth and the actions those incur from people.

[@salmonoids]

I love you message here. I realized this earlier this year after going through some rough times. I have everything that I need to be happy. I don't really need more. The chase was killing me.

[@rjman123au1]

Hi Pete. Excellent upload, as usual. What you talked about is encompassed by the expression “the law of diminishing returns”. Here in Australia people don’t say “get your ducks in a row”, that’s more American but it describes you and your attitude to life to a T. Years ago (30 or 40) I saw written on the back of a truck “people buy things they don’t need with money they don’t have to impress people they don’t like” and said to myself “I’m never going that way”. Having a down to earth attitude to life as you do is the way to go.

[@marksmall7790]

I would agree with your growth conundrum. The more people or larger client base the more stress you get. I preferred when I managed a department of 5 employees now were at 22 and it is exhausting. While more money is nice that won’t keep you happy.

[@bohenson39]

Pete I admire your hard work and versatility on your farm. Thank you for sharing your life with us. It's best to run your own life instead of life running you.

[@FleetlineSteve]

Your outlook on life is appreciated. It's nice to see I'm not alone.😀

[@melntb]

I find your videos very informative! I am very interested in your talks regarding the pastures. Keep them coming!

[@stevenwimmer5002]

Almost Heaven West Virginia. I enjoy seeing all the different college shirts... Thanks for sharing your day with us.

[@lydialas8759]

@Hello Steven how are you doing

[@diennaschiro9524]

Hi Pete,I have been following you”ll since the beginning I’m redoing the farm house that was amazing then I watch you go to the farmers market I wish we had one like that up here Massachusetts just to let you know I’m enjoying your show.

[@donnaparrish7638]

Thanks Pete and Hilarie for sharing!

[@robertt7069]

Thank You Pete. Great vedio.

[@nomir4065]

This is a great channel. I love what you're doing. It inspires me to come up with a plan for my tiny farm. I'd love to be able to make it profitable. Right now it is feeding our family beautifully, but income would be awesome.

[@meskippy6841]

Pete I started watching the commercials before your videos. In one of your videos you said you make more money from KZbin if people watch them. I don't know how KZbin works so dropping information like that helps me to help you. I love your videos and you're living my dream! I'm a diesel mechanic myself and plan to have a small farm when I retire!

[@d.j.robinson9424]

26 steps north, great video Pete, lay off the cashews and praline ice cream, you're starting to bend like me.. Don't forget to get in the deep end of the pool. swimming is awesome for everything..love you Pete. Have a great day. gotta build mom a new trellis. 🌸🌺🌹

[@dwjr5129]

Love your business model Pete. Wise words from a clearly learned man and wife.

[@ginog4480]

Well put Pete.

[@tractorhyatt7044]

Pete, thanks for your message, I agree with your philosophy. Glad you are enjoying your college t-shirts! 🇺🇸🚜👍

[@bmcintyre1423]

I forwarded this video to my friends and family. Your spot on. Running the treadmill for more stuff is crazy. I’m 51 and spent my early adulthood consuming. Man I wish I had invested that money….

[@courtneyheron1561]

Beautiful video! Thank you

[@kailand3056]

Pete, thank you for another thoughtful video - I really enjoy hearing you talk about your experiences and what you’ve learned from them. I think that providing your cattle with garlic-infused salt is a brilliant marketing move - you can advertise your beef as being seasoned “through and through” with a subtle hint of garlic!

[@rorywynhoff1549]

Thank you for your great videos and for no background music/noise.

[@LPReyna-rf2pc]

A natural remedy for flies/biting flies, tics, and mosquitoes is the use of plain old powered sulfur. My Uncle Bob use to keep a sock filled with powdered sulfur near the door on his land in Conroe Texas. All you had to do is whack your legs and arms with the sulfur sock and insects would run the other direction. Powered sulfer is pretty cheap and a little goes a long way.. So why not try it on your cows and see if it helps with your fly issue. You could run the cows through a chute that lightly powders them in specific areas. It's just a suggestion...have a great day!

[@dawncooper8288]

I heard the galic salt block work great for Flys I wish you all the best take care 🙂

[@qphelan]

Good philosophy on growth. Thanks for sharing.

[@tommythuntdeer]

Good words Pete! Thanks for the ride along and the meaningful talk!

[@ritabrunetti381]

Hello Peter. Love seeing the cows & pigs. Be well.