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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees and regulates organic farming. To become an organic farmer requires an approved written plan by an organic certifying agency that the farmer must submit. Only with certification does the ... more »
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Whether you want to raise geese for eggs, meat or to weed your strawberry patch, these versatile birds can make a nice addition to your farmyard. They will happily control insects and weeds, supply eggs for breakfast and provide the occasional ... more »
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Quail are game birds that can be raised by hobbyists for release on their own lands. They are attractive birds that can adapt to many climates and environments. If you start them off well, you can raise quail for many generations to meet your own ... more »
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Any public agency will tell you that it's hard to find training for their employees... and it's even harder to get the money to send them. Here's some free training the government offers- they will pay for everything, you flight, lodging, food, etc... more »
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Ostrich farming is among the world's fastest growing agricultural businesses. There are strong, global markets for ostrich meat, eggs, feathers, leather and related products. It is estimated that suppliers are only meeting 10 percent of the ... more »
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Like in my other articles I have written. I absolutely love my goats. They have such personalities you cannot help but love them. We use all of our goats for brush, weed control and fire prevention. Here in Colorado that is getting to be so ... more »
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Engineering technology and biological science is the foundation of agricultural engineering. An agricultural engineer designs farm machinery and farming buildings. The environment is also a concern of agricultural engineers. Soil and water ... more »
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There are three basic ways to bundle hay: small square bales, large round bales and large square bales. Hay is bailed after it has been harvested using hay bailing machines. Hay is harvested with a mower and laid in windrows to dry, raked into ... more »
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George Washington is said to have chopped at his father's favorite cherry tree with an ax, causing it to die. Disease and insect infestation can also cause a tree to need to be felled. Here is how to know when to chop down your cherry tree... more »
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Wondering how to start a CSA? As environmental awareness, popularity of local food and gas prices all rise, local food is becoming popular once again. producers across the country are forming Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) gardens and ... more »
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Jobs in a slaughterhouse are a regular feature on any of the top 10 worst job lists. The media regularly reports on the horrors that employees of the industry have to suffer on a daily basis. Having said that, there are some perks that come with ... more »
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There's nothing better than the taste of fresh honey. Becoming a beekeeper is one way to have that sweet treat around all the time. It's also a good business to be in because honey and bee pollination are always in demand. Getting started as a ... more »
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A crop duster, also known as an agricultural pilot, flies a light aircraft that is equipped for dusting and spraying crops with powdered insecticides, fungicides, seeds and fertilizers. This is a good career that has a very low turnover rate and ... more »
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Farming is a noble occupation but is not for the faint of heart. It requires hard physical labor. And yet those who farm would not do anything else for all the money in the world. That's why many farms are handed down from one generation to the ... more »
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Horticulturists are specialists in the large-scale growing of fruits, vegetables, flowers and ornamental plants. Many of these individuals also become successful landscape designers. Depending on the responsibilities of the job, minimum education ... more »
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Half of all current ranchers are due to retire in the next 10 years. There will not be enough ranchers under the age of 35 to replace them. In the past 15 years, there has been a drop in young people going into farming. Family-run ranches are ... more »
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Vermiculture, or worm farming, provides worms to bait shops for avid anglers, organic farms to enrich their soil and plant nurseries for backyard gardens. Become a worm farmer, and add the riches back into your farm or sell them for profit. ... more »
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Pheasants are popular game birds and breeding and raising them, on your rural property, can lead to work with guides and hunters. If you can supply them with birds, many hunters will be happy to pay impressive fees for food, lodging and hunting ... more »
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Emu birds, relatives of the ostrich, are a hardy, profitable alternative livestock. They can adapt to all kinds of climates and terrain, and their feed is cheap. Since the market for emus is relatively new, the current trend is selling breeding ... more »
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How to use goats for weed control..The Pros and cons of using goats and the results you will get with using goats for weed and brush control. We have been raising goats for the past 10 years, it has only been with in the past 2 years we have ... more »
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Through stories, cartoons, movies, stuffed animals and even clothing, even city children have become familiar with cows, chickens and sheeps. If you have a chance to visit a dairy farm, don't miss the opportunity. Aside from seeing the adorable ... more »
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If you love to be around horses and are looking for a career working with them, you can become a farrier. Farriers, or hoof care specialists, are in heavy demand as every horse needs its hooves trimmed between 6 and 8 weeks. Learn how to become a ... more »
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An arborist maintains the health of trees and shrubs, especially in more urban areas. The overall field is known as arboriculture... more »
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If you're interested in breeding exotic chickens, whether for your own enjoyment or for sale, you have a wide variety of choices available to you. Some chickens lay colored eggs, ranging from pale green to blue, some breeds have long colorful ... more »