At some point, depending on size and scope of your farming operation, you”re going to need a way to finance it. Some folks have the ability to start they’re farm or homestead with small amounts of money they have from savings. Others are able to use family resources. Some simply grow slowing financing purchasing from […]
Modern Agricultures Public Disconnect
The number of people directly or even indirectly involved in the production of agricultural products is lower than at anytime in history. It should come as no surprise that the general public, so far removed from the farm, struggles to understand or comprehend how their food is produced. With so many differing views, both within […]
Alternative Livestock for Your Small Farm
Livestock have been raised on farms and on the open range for thousands of years. Cattle, horses, pigs, goats, sheep, chickens are seen as the most popular seen on farms today. Alternative livestock are often a way to make a greater profit for smaller farms. Many times farms that raise alternative livestock are the only […]
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 protein. Poultry is extremely efficient in converting feed into meat protein. Large scale poultry production got it’s start on the Delmarva Peninsula […]
Marketing for Small Farms
Farm marketing is perhaps the most important business decision you can make. You can grown the largest crop, or raise the tastiest steak. If you can’t sell what you produce, you’ve produced it for nothing. If you can’t sell it for a profit then what you have in effect, is a very expensive hobby. […]
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 have to be repaid. Many states have grant programs. Depending what state or locality your in you need to research your […]
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. You are able to reach millions of customers that otherwise you would never have access to otherwise. Selling online also is one […]