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Jordan Green discusses using pigs as a tool for regenerating degraded woods into silvopastures.

What if pigs weren’t a problem—but one of the most powerful tools for regeneration? In this episode of ‘The Acres USA Podcast’, Jordan Green of J&L Green Farm shares a practical, no-nonsense approach to using pigs to transform degraded woods into thriving silvopastures. Drawing from over a decade of hands-on experience, Jordan breaks down how to work with a pig’s natural instincts—turning disturbance into a force for soil building, forage growth, and long-term farm profitability. He challenges common “pastured pig” practices that fall short of true regeneration, and lays out a clear framework for what regenerative management actually looks like: intentional movement, rest, recovery, and measurable ecosystem improvement. You’ll learn: Why most outdoor pig systems fail to be regenerative—and how to fix it How pigs can replace expensive machinery for clearing and soil prep Step-by-step insights into converting forest into productive silvopasture Real numbers on stocking rates, costs, and cash-flow strategies Creative ways to monetize land during the transition (from firewood to specialty products) How to stack enterprises—pigs, cattle, timber, and more—on the same acreage…

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