Monday, March 17, 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.

In the event of a fire or hay smoldering, a fire department should be contacted immediately. However, there are ways you can reduce the damage.
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When it comes to personal property, farmers and rural landowners have a lot at stake. Learn more about how to better protect your personal assets.

Choose between board, barbed wire, woven wire, cable, mesh, high-tensile, electric or a combination of any of these to best suit your farm fencing needs.

Virtually all employees engaged in agriculture are covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act. However, some small farm operations and those with mostly family...
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There are many reasons for a farm to consider growing, even in today’s environment of tight margins. Here are nine options for expanding the farm business.
finance sheet and calculator

Just as it is important to keep records of your farm finances, it is important to have a record of your personal finances. Here are five reasons why you should keep them separate.

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In June, Ohio passed a state law allowing multipurpose farm utility vehicles to drive on all roads, except highways.
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An expansion can give a farm a lot of advantages, but producers should ask these 10 questions before making a decision.

How can you expect to grow if you don’t know what it is you actually want to achieve? A mission statement is a guiding light for your farm or ag business.