When raising cattle or looking to get into the business it helps to know the lingo. Here we discuss some of the most common terms used in the cattle business. Bull– An intact male able to be used for breeding purposes. Heifer– A young female that has not yet had her first calf. Steer– Castrated […]
Poultry Production in the United States
Modern agriculture is leaps and bounds different than it was 50 year ago. Poultry production in the United States and around the world has changed dramatically to keep up with rising demand for … [Read More...]
Selling Online from Your Small Farm
Selling online is the single greatest way to access a HUGE customer base today. There’s a reason nearly all large companies, such as Amazon and Walmart, have an online presence and eCommerce sites. … [Read More...]
Financing for Small Farms
Financing your small farm can be one of your biggest challenges as a producer. With the right research you can find many resources online to help. Grants A grant is money that doesn’t … [Read More...]
Starting an Egg Business
Thinking of starting an egg business? There's a few things you'll need to consider. Market Who are you planning to sell your eggs to? Are you going to sell directly to consumers or to … [Read More...]
Soil Prep and Tools
Ride through the country in the spring and take a look at fields being prepared for the years crops. Your likely to see various types of equipment. Along with the different equipment you'll see … [Read More...]
