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Rows of young brassica and chard plants in greenhouse beds with drip irrigation

How Do You Start a Farm?

It’s certainly debatable whether I’m qualified to answer this question, but I will nonetheless give it a try. I’ll answer as though I’m the one doing the farm starting and explain the approach I’d…

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What Do I Need to Start a Farm?

Developing a successful agricultural enterprise requires a lot more than just land, seed, and a tractor. This article delineates many of the tangible and intangible components that an aspiring farmer…

Decision table titled "Should I raise _____? WHAT IS YOUR RISK TOLERANCE?" with guidance cells.

Should I Grow [Insert Crop Here]?

There’s no way to count the number of times a farmer or landowner has asked me, “How do I grow [insert crop here]?” The number would certainly be in the hundreds, and I’ve been asked about everything…

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How Do I Turn My Land Into a Farm?

[updated 8/19/2020]Here is my latest correspondence with Ivan, an aspiring farmer. Dear Paul,What are the requirements to turn my land into a farm?Regards,Ivan Toby A. Farmer Dear Ivan,Plant some…