Monday, April 28, 2025
Farming 101

Farming 101

Farm and Dairy is featuring a series of “101” columns throughout the year to help young and beginning farmers master farm living. From finances to management to machinery repair and animal care, farmers do it all.

pesticides

Proper pesticide storage can help prolong chemical shelf life and prevent accidents.
Thiele Dairy Farm

If you're thinking of investing in a drone, you probably want to know how it can improve farm management. Find out the top uses for a drone on the farm.
drone in sky

If you’re interested in a birds-eye view, here are some tips on selecting the drone that’s right for your farm.

It’s time to roll combines and harvesting equipment out of the shed and begin some harvest prep if you haven’t already started.
money

As a beginning farmer, niche producer or small family farm, you may have more options to finding funds than the traditional outlets for a farm loan.
wheat field

The Natural Resources Conservation Service offers funding opportunities for landowners. Find out how to get NRCS assistance in five steps.
Pricing banner

Price research gives farmers insight into market conditions and the amount consumers are willing to pay. Learn how to use price research to set your prices.

To protect your livestock against infectious diseases, it is important to vaccinate at the right time with the right product.

How you want to spend your retirement is determined long before you reach your senior years. Learn how to plan ahead to retire from farming.
locked garden shed

The secure storage of pesticides ensures safety and prevents misuse. Learn more about building a pesticide storage unit and using safe storage practices.