Saturday, April 20, 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.

The most common questions surrounding crop insurance have been answered. Find out if you need it, understand the types and avoid frequently-made mistakes.
farmer

When employing young people on your farm, be sure you know and understand the regulations surrounding their position. Staying current with new guidelines and...
Farmer

Improve farm safety by creating a job safety analysis that provides a written protocol for hazardous jobs and a safe step-by-step way to handle them.
Farm field

The Natural Resources Conservation Service is a federal agency within the USDA that assists farmers and landowners in conserving land and natural resources.
pesticide application

Safety and security of pesticides are the responsibility of the applicator from the time he or she takes possession of the chemicals until they are used.

Before installing an electric fence consider these 10 tips to promote efficiency and safety.

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

Developing a good conservation plan is the first step to managing natural resources on your farm and ensuring they remain available for future generations.
farmers market

Shopping at farmers markets, you can get good deals on fresh farm products. But you also need to consider these food safety tips to keep your family safe.
Tractor lighting and visibility

Local service experts share some of the common issues they see in their shops and how to avoid them.