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Jim Burrus - Modern Era

A third generation farmer, Jim Burrus has shifted from traditional methods to raising organically certified beef strictly on pasture, believing that grains aren’t meant for a bovine’s stomach. He also raises chickens on grass in unique movable pens. He markets on the web and to meat lockers.

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Charlyn Fargo, Interviewer.

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Close-up photo of Jim Burrus.

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Jim Burrus and unknown person

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