Wednesday, April 24, 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.

piggy bank

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

An expansion can give a farm a lot of advantages, but producers should ask these 10 questions before making a decision.
irrigation

Whether you are using a well or surface water to irrigate, the primary components of an irrigation system are often similar, if not identical.
wisconsin

Farming is an ever-changing business that needs careful attention to be successful. Here are seven tips for all farmers to consider.
hay harvest

Most hay fires occur within the first six weeks after baling. Moisture content is the main factor that causes hay and straw to spontaneously combust.
fencing on farm

Planning is the key to ensuring fencing is installed properly and you're getting the most out of your investment.
tractor on the road

Farmers play a big role in road safety, too. Check out these tips to reduce hazards when taking wide equipment onto the road.
sunset on a farm

Your retirement plan can change many times, but you should at least know your goals and how you will achieve them.
sunset tractor

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