Case Studies

Erin Bradt

Joe Morris

Managing Rangelands for Wildlife & Livestock

With improved grazing management has come improved bird and
wildlife habitat resulting in improved deer and bird populations.

Tom & Mimi Sidwell - JX Ranch, New Mexico

Future Farms & Ranches: Rappahannock -
Three year program managed by HMI to train farmers in Rappahannock County, VA in Holistic Management®, whole farm/ranch planning

“If I hadn’t taken the HMI classes, I would have quit farming.”

Cows & Quail Workshop -
A two day workshop designed to teach people how to create healthy environments for land, people, wildlife, and livestock

“Life is so easy when you practice things holistically.”
To dig deeper, read this article about the Browns.

Deborah’s husband Emry Birdwell is a third generation rancher who first learned about Holistic Management practices from Allan Savory in the 1980s; around the same time he married Deborah. Emry worked leased land while Deborah pursued a career outside of ranching. In 2004, Deborah joined Emry in the ranching business when they purchased a 14,000 acre ranch to pursue their vision of a profitable and diverse business enterprise.

“Thank you so much for your HMI program! I will never be the same. My heart has found “my place”. These tools have totally enhanced my life and my small farm to be sustainable. Can hardly wait to see what happens on this adventure.”
–Program Participant