Stories
Bearing Witness
There is a moment that happens during every harvest, the first shot, that never fails to take my breath from me, regardless of how many times I am fortunate enough to bear witness to it. In such a kinetic setting, where animals are on the move and constant physical exertion is required, to find such a moment of stillness was unexpected.
Soil Health
We’ve heard the buzz words around soil health: carbon sequestration, water filtration, soil aggregates, regenerative ag, microbes etc. But how many of you have ever really taken a minute to think about a microorganism? And not just one microorganism, but billions that can be found in one teaspoon of soil?
Soil Regeneration
Learn how Wild Idea's home ranch is on a trajectory focused on restoring soil health, or keeping soil healthy, which can help reverse climate change.
Ranching for Wildlife
In keeping with the theme of “ranching for wildlife,” I will focus not so much on the flora and fauna of the Cheyenne River Buffalo Ranch, but on the mechanics of what we do or have done and will do to enhance the wildlife presence and use of this particular real estate.
How Nutrition Transformed My Athletic Journey
From my early days facing off against older kids in football to high school where natural ability took precedence over strength training, conditioning, and nutrition, my perspective shifted when college football scholarship offers came in.
The Importance of Omega-3s
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential components of a healthy diet that are renowned for their ability to support heart health, reduce inflammation, boost cognitive function, and even improve mood. Obtaining Omega-3's from one's diet is essential because the human body cannot produce them on its own.
Buffalo, Botanicals & Birds
As a reader of the Wild Idea Buffalo newsletter, you have seen that everyone here says something about the American Buffalo as a keystone species and about our practice of “ranching for wildlife.”
Behind the Scenes: A Conversation with Dan O'Brien & Allie Byrd
Meet the remarkable individuals behind Wild Idea as founder Dan O'Brien and newest field-harvest specialist Allie Byrd share their unique stories. Dan and Allie are from different backgrounds but have a common mission: To make a difference in the meat industry through compassionate animal welfare practices and humane field harvests.
Raw Deal
During my recent meeting with investigative journalist Chloe Sorvino, the Forbes expert leading coverage of food, drink, and agriculture, we delved into her latest book, Raw Deal. This eye-opening exposé sheds light on the flaws within the U.S. meat industry, highlighting issues in our country’s food system.
MIGRATION
On the northern edge of this ranch are a couple thousand acres of level grassland.
Consider The Monarch
On the Cheyenne River Buffalo Ranch, we do some pretty big things to regenerate the prairie grasslands, but this is not the extent of our conservation efforts. We also do smaller things, such as planting flowers and plants for the pollinators.
Our Bison Impact: Making a Positive Ecological Change
Wild Idea Buffalo Company is grounded in soil health, returning the American bison to their native homeland to keep our prairies intact and to protect threatened grasslands. Following nature’s lead, our bison grazing management are key to healthy ecosystems, a healthy planet, and a healthy product.