Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this episode, host Alec reconnects with previous guest Gabby Fultz of Dusty Dog Gardens in Durango, Colorado, for a raw, honest look at what her year 2 of farming actually looked like.

You'll discover how to make smart, boundary-setting decisions that protect your health, your time, and your sanity — even when customers, classmates, and landlords are pushing you to do more.

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00:00 Welcome and Gratitude
01:44 Meet Gabby Again
03:24 Farm Overview and Move In
05:30 Renovating the Farmhouse
08:59 Lease Deal and Acreage
10:45 Rotational Goat Grazing
12:15 Herd Growth and Milking Plan
16:01 Enterprises and 2025 Pivots
18:49 Why Add Pasture Pork
21:23 Pricing and Selling Shares
23:55 Staying Focused With Livestock
32:07 Work Life Balance on Farm
36:15 Scheduling Seasons and Kidding
39:33 Farming For Joy
41:00 Slow Down For Longevity
43:41 Sick Days And Burnout
44:31 Pausing The Market Garden
46:27 Setting Boundaries To Scale
50:45 Market Garden Is Back
53:11 Egg Sales And Licensing
57:35 Scaling Ducks And Quail Losses
01:02:58 Guardian Dog Growing Pains
01:04:21 Lessons Learned And Wrap Up
01:09:00 Stay Curious Keep Learning

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