Wednesday, May 1, 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.

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

Discover how record keeping can improve overall efficiency on your farm and make tax season a breeze.
piggy bank

Need time to catch up with your debt? Learn more about these seven ways farmers can manage their financial liabilities.
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.
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.
sunset tractor

Here are six ways to help family farm teams make effective decisions that will benefit the long-term goals of the farm.
thirsty duck

Don’t want until temps reach the danger zone to help your animals. The most important thing producers can do is provide cool, clean water and shade.
wheat field

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