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Is There a Better Way? Challenging Conventional Farming with Regenerative Methods.
Join me on a wet and muddy morning as I dive into our latest adventure: moving our pigs into a new wooded area to naturally manage the land and tackle some stubborn poison ivy. In today’s video, I also reflect on our recent visit to Fair Oaks Farms just across the Indiana border. It was an eye-opening experience, showcasing both the impressive and troubling sides of large-scale farming.
Back here at Kakadoodle, I’ll show you our simple yet effective methods for managing our pigs, and discuss why we might soon upgrade to electric fencing to keep our pigs happy and secure. Plus, I’ll touch on the broader issues facing our national food supply-how a few large producers dominate the market and the impact of confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs) on our environment and communities.
This video is about more than just farming; it’s about how your choices as consumers can influence the future of agriculture. We're committed to regenerative farming-not just because it’s sustainable, but because it restores life to our soil, brings jobs back to rural areas, and improves the welfare of our animals.
So, come along for the ride, see what we’re up to, and be part of a movement that’s betting big on a healthier, more sustainable future. Don’t forget to subscribe to keep up with our journey and learn how you can make a difference with every bite. See you in the video!
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The Eclipse Chickens: A Unique Chicken Behavior Experiment and Exciting Updates!
zhlédnutí 549Před 2 měsíci
Join Marty from Kakadoodle on an extraordinary day where we combine a natural phenomenon with our daily farm activities! Today is Eclipse Day, and as we prepare to collect eggs, we're also setting up to witness and capture how our chickens react to the solar eclipse. With an understanding that chickens usually head back to their coop at dusk, we're intrigued to see their behavior as it gets dar...
Rolling with the Punches
zhlédnutí 783Před 3 měsíci
Dive into the realities of farm management as we face an unexpected challenge: our new flock of chickens is producing 160 dozen eggs every day, significantly more than our online marketplace, Kakadoodle, currently demands. This surplus puts us in a position where we need to rapidly find homes for these extra eggs, amidst the backdrop of a promised government program that has yet to materialize....
Pasture-Raised Eggs in Winter?
zhlédnutí 506Před 4 měsíci
Let's delve into the essence of pasture-raising our birds, particularly through the challenging winters of Chicago. We'll also take a broader look at egg production-from the restrictive confines of caged hens to the liberating expanses for our pasture-raised stars. We aim to peel back the layers of egg production to highlight the importance of understanding the source of your food. Our journey ...
Surviving Chicago's Coldest Days on the Farm
zhlédnutí 481Před 5 měsíci
Join us in our newest video where we tackle a seriously chilly challenge. It's -17° out here in Chicago, one of the coldest days we've faced in half a decade. This isn't just any day on the farm; it's a battle against the cold. We're constantly worried about our animals in this freeze and doing everything we can to keep them safe and warm. But hey, farm life doesn't pause for the weather - it's...
The Mud!! While starting to understand Regenerative Agriculture.
zhlédnutí 305Před 5 měsíci
Hey, Kakadoodlers! In today's video, we dive into the heart of farming life during an unusually mild winter. We're getting up close and personal with the challenges and revelations that come with nurturing our animals and land. Here's a sneak peek of what you'll discover: 👣 Muddy Struggles: Experience the trials of managing a farm when the ground is not frozen as expected. See firsthand the mud...
The New Farm: Challenges, Teamwork, and New Arrivals
zhlédnutí 821Před 6 měsíci
Join us at Kakadoodle Farm as we gear up for the arrival of a new flock of chickens. It's a day filled with more than just farming - it's about overcoming challenges, fostering teamwork, and embracing new beginnings. In this episode, we navigate through the unexpected: a rainy feed delivery, muddy logistics in moving chicken coops, and strategy sessions to avoid getting stuck in the mud. We als...
Chicago's New 80 Acre Urban Farm
zhlédnutí 12KPřed 6 měsíci
Join us in this exciting journey as we embark on a major expansion at Kakadoodle! In this video, Marty, our enthusiastic guide, introduces our new 80-acre farm, a significant step towards achieving our mission of providing local, chemical-free food to our community. 🌱 What's Inside: A New Chapter: Discover how Kakadoodle, in collaboration with the Conservation Fund, is overcoming land constrain...
The Mushroom Man
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The Mushroom Man
Crazy Farm Weekend with Chickens and Kittens
zhlédnutí 396Před 8 měsíci
Welcome to another Kakadoodle episode! Today, we're on a special mission: Operation Move Chickens and Kittens Day. Join us as we move week-old chickens into a new hoop house and tackle some DIY fixes. If you're someone who values local, chemical-free, and responsibly-raised food, you'll find this behind-the-scenes look at our farm both entertaining and informative. Don't forget to subscribe for...
The Farmers Market. Setup and The Good and Bad.
zhlédnutí 586Před 10 měsíci
The Farmers Market. Setup and The Good and Bad.
100% Chemical Free Food. Featuring Fox at the Fork Farm.
zhlédnutí 392Před 10 měsíci
100% Chemical Free Food. Featuring Fox at the Fork Farm.
Chain All Day
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Chain All Day
“Real” Farmers
zhlédnutí 356Před rokem
In this video, Marty introduces Kakadoodle's unique approach to scaling their Online Marketplace for local, sustainable, and healthy food staples. By prioritizing a farmer's first approach and investing in farm infrastructure to meet growing demand, they are setting themselves apart from previous attempts at creating an online marketplace for local food. Follow along as they tackle two immediat...
Hundreds of New Chickens
zhlédnutí 486Před rokem
Hundreds of New Chickens
Kakadoodle: A New Local Food System
zhlédnutí 526Před rokem
Kakadoodle: A New Local Food System
New chickens are coming! Building a 1000 Chicken Hoop Coop.
zhlédnutí 913Před rokem
New chickens are coming! Building a 1000 Chicken Hoop Coop.
Starting Over: Our Experience with Mycoplasma in the Chicken Flock
zhlédnutí 3,5KPřed rokem
Starting Over: Our Experience with Mycoplasma in the Chicken Flock
VAPG Grant Awarded to Kakadoodle!
zhlédnutí 234Před rokem
VAPG Grant Awarded to Kakadoodle!
Dillon’s Farm Tour
zhlédnutí 185Před rokem
Dillon’s Farm Tour
Building Hoop Coops (v2.0)
zhlédnutí 238Před rokem
Building Hoop Coops (v2.0)
Grape Vines & Honey Bees
zhlédnutí 194Před rokem
Grape Vines & Honey Bees
We Need More Eggs! The 2 day chicken tractor challenge.
zhlédnutí 296Před rokem
We Need More Eggs! The 2 day chicken tractor challenge.
Cow Train Parade
zhlédnutí 266Před rokem
Cow Train Parade
Sonas Farm - Sustainably raising pastured beef, pork and chicken
zhlédnutí 243Před 2 lety
Sonas Farm - Sustainably raising pastured beef, pork and chicken
Processing Cornish Cross Chickens
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 2 lety
Processing Cornish Cross Chickens
Time to Plant Sweet Corn (with Tim Stoub)
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Time to Plant Sweet Corn (with Tim Stoub)
Ghost Chicken!?!? 👻🐓
zhlédnutí 360Před 2 lety
Ghost Chicken!?!? 👻🐓
Meet Audrey from Arise and Grow Homestead
zhlédnutí 331Před 2 lety
Meet Audrey from Arise and Grow Homestead
Rebuilding an Old Shed as a Goat Shelter
zhlédnutí 350Před 2 lety
Rebuilding an Old Shed as a Goat Shelter

Komentáře

  • @fionaclong
    @fionaclong Před 4 dny

    I loved this video and your honesty - I came to find out how to get rid of a few stumps we have but unfortunately they are up against an ugly modern plastic fence ( not ours ) I think I’ll try the Epsom salts though. Thanks for sharing your farm life also

  • @annettekirby5765
    @annettekirby5765 Před 7 dny

    Garlic in your water every other week works great they love to eat it. I chopped up and fine pieces and put it in their water, but always make sure that you also have a fresh water for them too.

  • @ParqForrest
    @ParqForrest Před 13 dny

    I was shocked to drive by your farm today didn’t realize how close you all are! Stopping by now to say hello and thanks for sharing from one Gardner to another!

  • @joel8034
    @joel8034 Před 15 dny

    Methinks my sister Becky works there separating eggs. Neat.

  • @paulsmith9341
    @paulsmith9341 Před 16 dny

    Congratulations from Orland Park!

  • @ddmau7995
    @ddmau7995 Před 16 dny

    So what probably happened is when the the place shut down the water lines didn't get blown out with air .

  • @ohnoyce
    @ohnoyce Před 17 dny

    One (singular) of the strings when pulled should give and then give you access to the bag.

  • @colleenporter1119
    @colleenporter1119 Před 17 dny

    Hey i work in Frankfort. Nice town.❤😊

  • @djdashnicholls
    @djdashnicholls Před 17 dny

    Congratulations for Mt Greenwood area Chicago IL.

  • @charoo718
    @charoo718 Před 18 dny

    Great to see you are so close and can we visit and purchase yet ❤

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      We are at the Frankfurt farmers market. And you can purchase from us online. We will open up a storefront at the farm, but we’re probably probably a year or so away from that.

  • @dianeknaack7139
    @dianeknaack7139 Před 20 dny

    Very informative. Thank you for this great video.

  • @Silentmovieoftheday
    @Silentmovieoftheday Před 25 dny

    Years later now, did biscuit kill again?

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      We had to do it once or twice more. But no, she did not. We actually had to do the same thing to another dog that we got, and it seemed to do the trick on him as well.

  • @SenzaTempoCaneCorso
    @SenzaTempoCaneCorso Před 26 dny

    The thing about mycoplasma that nobody on CZcams is talking about is that it's extremely prevalent and you're not going to find a single hatchery that is myoplasma free. Not only that, it's also in the environment. It's estimated that mycoplasma is in 65% of chickens and that's the most conservative estimate that I have found thus far. It's not worth euthanizing all of your chickens just to have to replace them with birds that probably still have it.. only a small percentage of them actually become symptomatic. Most are just carriers. NPIP certification doesnt even require testing for mycoplasma. It's my understanding that at the very most there were only four hatcheries in the entire United States that were actually certified to be mycoplasma-free. And like I said it comes from the environment, as well as wild birds so it's all going to be for nothing in the end most likely.

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      Yeah, that’s interesting. Perhaps our birds had a stronger strain? Because we were losing them left and right.

  • @tonsitonsi5228
    @tonsitonsi5228 Před 27 dny

    How can i buy chicken house like this

  • @RobertoLaurens
    @RobertoLaurens Před měsícem

    Love it Marty! Great insight into the reality of farming, and how we as consumers can choose with our dollars which way farming should be.

  • @user-pz6sb3eg8q
    @user-pz6sb3eg8q Před měsícem

    A lot of my chickens have mycoplasma but it’s way better now I’ve been treating with antibiotics

  • @cindilowery5574
    @cindilowery5574 Před měsícem

    Did you disinfect your coop or run? Barn etc and if so what did you use? Going thru this now :(

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      Oh, shoot. I just cleaned everything out. And washed it down with water and had it to sit without chickens for a few weeks.

  • @nightskyabc
    @nightskyabc Před měsícem

    How did you fix the leaking nipples?

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      I didn’t really. Using the vertical nipples seems to work a little bit better. Because it drops straight down. And it’s also about the height of the water bar. You need to make sure that the chickens need to stretch their necks up and drink at about a 45° angle. That seems to help. But nothings perfect.

  • @danesaredarlings4679
    @danesaredarlings4679 Před 2 měsíci

    My childhood dog was killing our chickens and my Dad was NOT having it. He tied the chicken on the dog for 3 weeks, untilit rotted off that dog. No one would go near the stinky boy, but he never did it again. Did I tell you it was August summer heat at the time????? Ick

  • @livingthegreenlife282
    @livingthegreenlife282 Před 2 měsíci

    You did what you had to do. My 4-month-old Mastiff cross just got another one of my ducks today, 2 gone now. Getting new fencing with netting over installed this week I don't want to clip all their wings and dogs will be dogs

  • @braydenconnelly4672
    @braydenconnelly4672 Před 2 měsíci

    Wow overly priced food that you get anywhere for much much less!! Yay! Don’t bother getting anything from these scam artists! Guaranteed you can find it cheaper and from a higher quality place then some you tuber 😒

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Hey Brayden. I appreciate you watching and your perspective. Thanks for sharing. ✌️

  • @thecruzlife6246
    @thecruzlife6246 Před 2 měsíci

    Hey hey from the square! We absolutely love the products from you guys and are repeat customers. So much researching since Covid led my husband and i to want to get to the root of the gut issues and that began with no more processed meat filled with crap. From your eggs, to the meat…it’s all amazing ! Keep going Kakadoodle ! 🎉

  • @philonda
    @philonda Před 2 měsíci

    I just had to cull 5 beautiful bantams my mom brought me because the change in environment did the same to them. I'm still so heartbroken, but it was them, or my existing flock of 15. The part you said about being initiated...hits home. Glad I clicked your video 🤌🏻

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Oh man. I’m sorry. 😞. Thanks for watching.

  • @debrajurvich2226
    @debrajurvich2226 Před 2 měsíci

    7:43 I applaud your efforts for keeping chemicals out of my food. I would be happy to try organic sweet corn. I know how to wash off the bugs!

  • @JOLeger-gf6fb
    @JOLeger-gf6fb Před 2 měsíci

    @kakadoodle - So how did this system hold up in the winter? Are you still using it? Any updates or lessons learned that you can share?

  • @brandon7913
    @brandon7913 Před 2 měsíci

    Where can I purchase your eggs?

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      We deliver locally at Kakadoodle.com. We are also at the Frankfort farmers market on Sundays.

  • @adelsamuel2380
    @adelsamuel2380 Před 2 měsíci

    Looking to start my own. I been watching you guys for a while. I’m local and can’t wait to do this too

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Awesome. I hope you do! It’s quite the adventure.

  • @chicago1779
    @chicago1779 Před 2 měsíci

    Live in Tinley!!! We need local like you! Good luck!

  • @gerardramirez6320
    @gerardramirez6320 Před 2 měsíci

    I live in Tinley, I'd like to buy some eggs .

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      We would like to sell you some eggs. 😁. kakadoodle.com/shop/category/chicken%20eggs

  • @RebeccaStrupeck
    @RebeccaStrupeck Před 2 měsíci

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your eggs!!! Such a fabulous, great taste!!! Looking forward to your other products!

  • @matthewcarlson3408
    @matthewcarlson3408 Před 2 měsíci

    Awesome!

  • @kathleenmichelle1375
    @kathleenmichelle1375 Před 2 měsíci

    So wonderful. This land was previously owned by my dad’s cousins. Always hoped this would be purchased by someone who would put it to good use! Loved seeing everything. Best wishes!!

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Oh awesome!! Thanks for watching! 😁

  • @rodolfoatun8591
    @rodolfoatun8591 Před 2 měsíci

    Will try this. I got 9 dogs lol. Thanks

  • @what_Love_Drew_forth
    @what_Love_Drew_forth Před 2 měsíci

    How do you like using the Langstroth frames in the AZ. Any propolis problems?

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      The hive swarmed. 😒

    • @what_Love_Drew_forth
      @what_Love_Drew_forth Před 16 dny

      @@Kakadoodle did you have problems with the frames sticking together before the swarmed?

  • @karenpatriquin5240
    @karenpatriquin5240 Před 2 měsíci

    Is this on Sauk trail? \laraway

  • @jamesarthur6109
    @jamesarthur6109 Před 2 měsíci

    Hello and welcome to the neighborhood!

  • @lisafrank4860
    @lisafrank4860 Před 2 měsíci

    This is something similiar I was thinking up! This video is so helpful to explain my idea.

  • @xdabsx1
    @xdabsx1 Před 2 měsíci

    Checking in from Steger! We’re patronizing this establishment asap! I’m excited for this. Paint all your roofs blue for “sustainability”

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks! You can start now! Order at Kakadoodle.com. 😀

  • @pugslt1
    @pugslt1 Před 2 měsíci

    Get a new pressure washer or at least replace the pump on that one. Those were a horrible design. Don't forget to stop in at Chef Klaus, Jameson's or Kup a Joe.

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Ha. Ya. We have two of those pressure washers. Same thing on both! We’re fans of all those restaurants. How are you associated with them?

  • @theaveragenick1
    @theaveragenick1 Před 2 měsíci

    I drive past your place everyday right there on sauk!

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Awesome. I’ll try to save next time 😝

  • @bradkolpak5922
    @bradkolpak5922 Před 2 měsíci

    Congratulations From your distant neighbor from unincorporated tinley park

  • @shanrenee2295
    @shanrenee2295 Před 2 měsíci

    Congrats from Park Forest!

  • @danielkosty4356
    @danielkosty4356 Před 2 měsíci

    👍

  • @steveconnor5388
    @steveconnor5388 Před 2 měsíci

    This is a sad video to watch I'm going to get only 3 hens for eggs only I wouldn't keep a whole flock especially after watching this video I would have a hard time dealing with the loss

  • @dejareauxjazzy
    @dejareauxjazzy Před 2 měsíci

    Congratulations and I’ll be following you from unincorporated Crete ( University park il)

  • @helenrogers1400
    @helenrogers1400 Před 2 měsíci

    I'll be watching and I hope to enjoy your meat, eggs and produce. Good luck from Alsip, Illinois. ❤❤✝️☘️🇮🇪🇺🇸🙏💕

  • @helenrogers1400
    @helenrogers1400 Před 2 měsíci

    Congratulations from Alsip, Illinois. ❤✝️🙏☘️🇮🇪🇺🇸🙏🙏🙏

    • @julianakennedycpa9570
      @julianakennedycpa9570 Před 2 měsíci

      Progress is better than perfect. I will be visiting when you are already to sell. I’ve been thinking of finding a farm to support, ❤

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 16 dny

      👋

  • @marymccowan6629
    @marymccowan6629 Před 2 měsíci

    Awesome just ran across your video. I live in Lockport Illinois. Not that far from you

    • @marymccowan6629
      @marymccowan6629 Před 2 měsíci

      You tube is a great resource for making repairs. YOU CAN DO IT!❤❤❤😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @Kakadoodle
      @Kakadoodle Před 2 měsíci

      Very cool!

  • @mariapsalms34alcarese12
    @mariapsalms34alcarese12 Před 2 měsíci

    Wonderful to have clean food available close by. Looking forward to purchasing from you. God bless your vision.😊

  • @dianesharp339
    @dianesharp339 Před 2 měsíci

    joliet here so happy i saw this channel!