Friday, April 26, 2024
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.

Insurance is one of the most common risk management tools farmers and agriculture business owners take advantage of to protect their investments.

Whether you are new to the farming business or just looking to revamp your marketing plans this year, here are some tips to point you in the right direction.

Tagging livestock is an important part of animal identification but must be done properly to keep the animal from losing its tag or getting an infection.
savings jars

With a little planning and patience, young farmers can save for the future.
chickens

Think you might be interested in raising a small flock of chickens? Here are some basic considerations for backyard and small-scale producers.
tractor

Learn how to inspect a used tractor before buying it. Check out these tips for evaluating a tractor’s appearance, performance and overall condition.
bumper pull trailer

With fair season underway, it’s a good time to consider the safety of yourself and your animals when loading a livestock trailer.

Learn how to protect your farm workers and your personal property from theft, and natural disaster.
harvesting corn

Service experts share tips to prepare for the upcoming harvest season.
holstein cattle

Whatever your background or experience, there are some things you need to consider before starting your own dairy farm.