Posts about farm business planning and development.
Over the last few years there has been growing interest in farming and a desire to escape the high pressure, urban lifestyle that so many people find themselves in. So, if you’re one of those people who are looking to make a change, or maybe you’re already in the process but not sure where to […]
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In 1973 US Agriculture Secretary Earl Butz told American farmers to, “get big or get out.” Over the next couple decades the US saw vertical integration of multiple markets including poultry, beef, and pork. Today the 4 largest meat packers are responsible for 85% of the beef purchases and 67% of hog purchases in the
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If you are new to farming, or interested in the farm life, the volume of resources about the topic can be overwhelming. We have compiled a list of what we think are the best resources for beginning farmers. So, maybe you have a piece of land and are not really sure what to do with
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Have you ever wondered about a farmers market? Does the thought of a farmers market seem exciting, yet overwhelming all at the same time? Is it even possible to buy exclusively from a farmers market and replace trips to the grocery store? How do you know if shopping a farmers market is the right fit
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In this post I’m going to tell you how you can earn more money with pigs by turning a $75 feeder pig into a butcher hog worth at least $1,000. I’ve heard multiple farmers say that pigs are often overlooked, in terms of profitability, because they require a lot of inputs, or feed, to become
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Most people who know much of anything about cattle have probably heard of the Angus breed. In fact, they’re probably the most popular breed of cattle there is right now, at least in the United States. Why? Well, Angus cattle easily meet all of the characteristics that are used to determine the quality and pricing
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