Agriculture

What should I plant to in a a 20 acre Field of farmland.?

I really want to learn more about sustainable agriculture and is there anyone in interesting in volunteering to help me get it set up. I am considering corn, cotton, hay, and vegetables. But am not sure, what the best one and also which ones that I could possibly get grants or subsidies.? Is the barter system alive at all anymore???. Would a small fruit orchard be more important. I have also considered peanut plants. Anyway, please send me any idea or knowledge or links that you have… THANK YOU !!!

Sit down and write out a business plan, it may seem daunting at first, but it really is helpful. Seek out help from a local college or a business associate that you know. What are your goals (aside from the specific crops), with this 20 acres you want to do what…? Focus on the big picture. As farmers, we are great at producing things, yet we need viable markets to sell our products: ie. roadside stand, farmers market, word of mouth, local grocer who will accept farm fresh foods, local restaurants, marketing coops. Determine and realize who your market is and then grow foods to meet this demand. Create a survey and with a stamped envelope for return mail to you asking what types of foods they would buy from you, drop off at the restaurants or speak to the manager and fill it out with them. Talk to your local extension office (supported by your state university) for suggestions and advice. Homework, homework & …. I see many fledgling business’ start up with a great idea and no where to go with it and in 6 months they are out of money, in debt and wish they had never started. Work on your financials depending on if you need this income for your daily needs or if this is a side venue for your regular income. Twenty acres is a large area without equipment, what machinery do you have available to rent or will you buy used equipment? Many questions here, do your business plan and then jump into various crops, their productive potentials and then decide what crops will provide the best return for your objective goals. Take into consideration your soil types, pH, fertility, slope for the crops that you are consdering. You have a great opportunity ahead of you, good luck. Many people look forward to the opportunity to buy local, fresh foods. Let them know what you are up to.

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