Christmas Wish Lists for Hobby Farmers
February 18, 2009The items that end up on the wish lists for hobby farmers seem to differ a bit from their city-dwelling kin: tractors, llamas and wells usurp DVD players, clothes and jewelry.
The items that end up on the wish lists for hobby farmers seem to differ a bit from their city-dwelling kin: tractors, llamas and wells usurp DVD players, clothes and jewelry.
Big ideas might get people into farming, but little things done day to day on the farm and at farmers markets are what lead to financial success.
Consistency at farmers markets or in CSAs strengthens your customer base. Here are crops that help you achieve that all year.
These food trends transcend traditional farmers markets and CSAs. Consider things such as wild foods, new selling locations, hops and agritourism.
Tomatoes seem to be everywhere you look at late-summer farmers markets, but with these tips you can sell more in times of abundance.
Arugula can be a dependable seller at farmers markets, but other good outlets exist. Here are tips on pricing and marketing.
Reclaim Urban Farm uses Small Plot Intensive Agriculture to grow greens and more for restaurants and farmers markets in Edmonton, Alberta.
From vivid fall colors and satisfying comfort food to farmers markets resplendent with Amish quilts and crafts, learn what Lancaster County, Penn., has to offer.
There are numerous ways to ferment fresh produce, and crock fermentation (such as used for sauerkraut) is both ancient and effective.
Love growing tulips and considering getting into selling cut flowers? Keep these tips in mind and you’ll enjoy profit from these beautiful flowers.