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In today’s economy, everyone is trying to save as much money as possible and make as much money as they can at the same time. The number of people who go to flea markets to shop for items and to sell the items they no longer need has grown significantly in the past few years. Another method of making money and providing for the community at the same time is the small farmer who grows their own vegetables.
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The reasons for purchasing goods from family-owned farms are nearly endless. Concern for the environment and support for regional economies are enough reason for most people to realize the importance of using local goods from local sources. Here are some other compelling arguments for keeping your buying close to home.

Insuring Family Health And Quality Time

Fresh produce, grown locally and harvested at the optimal moment is the most nutritious and best tasting. Picking your own fruits and vegetables, when allowed to do so, will give your family exposure to natural environments, fresh air and exercise. Farm outings are Read more…

The agricultural business has changed drastically over the last 50 years. Equipment and farming practiced have allowed for the consolidation of most cash crops. Where the food supply was once provided by local farmers, major corporations now exist that serve this need. Most farmers are under contract with large corporations and must abide by their rules.

So where does the small farmer fit in? More often than not he or she is forced into a life where farming isn’t their only income. In fact, most small farmers use their crops as supplemental income. The reason Read more…

Some people dream about what a typical day on a small farm is like? With the dangers in the food supplies, many people are looking at farming as a way to grow their own food. An average day on a small farm is still busy. The animals need feed, stalls need cleaned out and animals need attention just like any other animal.

Farming may include planting vegetation, water plants and vegetation and making sure that Read more…

One of the biggest problems facing the small, independent farmer today is the massive amounts of capital needed to run a modern farming operation. There are equipment costs and maintenance, fertilizer expenses, and so on. The corporate farms have huge amounts of resources to work with that the small farmer simply does not have access to. Most small farms are heavily in debt through loan structures and credit buildup; if there is a bad harvest year, or international prices drop dramatically, the farmer may not be able to withstand the financial hardship. Modern farming is Read more…