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Are you someone who has always been interested in agriculture or aquaculture? Do you have the entrepreneurial spirit to pursue farming? Farming is a business that you can really grow big with enough knowledge and proper preparation. Our guide can help you in that context by giving you information around which you can plan for a future farming business, whether you like raising fish, raising crops or livestock. more…

This list of alternatives was compiled using AFSIC reference request files, the subject files in our office, as well as previously compiled lists, most notably “Innovative Farming Idea List,” (1987) compiled by Nancy Grudens Schuck, Farming Alternatives Project, Cornell University and “Ideas for Alternative Agricultural Enterprises,” (1996) put together by the Missouri Alternatives Center. [See their Web site’s database of Extension and related on-line publications about alternatives: http://agebb.missouri.edu/mac]. This list is not comprehensive, but presents some of the more accessible innovations available to farmers. more…

Small Acreage Farming Ideas By Kate Klassen, eHow Contributor A large number of berry bushes can be planted in a small space. Due to its size, a plot of land under five acres is often not useable to grow crops such as wheat or corn, which require planting in large volumes to be profitable. Farming choices on a small acreage will depend on the layout of the land, the climate, soil, availability of labor, and personal preference. more

North Carolina grows a wide variety of produce. Depending on your precise region, growing seasons and crop availability will vary. You can also look up produce by seasons (spring, summer, fall, winter) or region.

Apples, August through February (cold storage until spring)

Arugula, available year-round but best in spring and fall

Asparagus, spring

Basil, May through November

Beets, year-round

Blueberries, May into July

Broccoli, May and again in October and November

Broccoli raab, October into December

Brussels sprouts, October through December

>Butter Beans, July and August

Cabbage, May through December

Cantaloupes, July and August

Carrots, year-round

Cauliflower, October through December

Celeriac/celery root, October through January

Celery, September through November

Cilantro, year-round

Chard, March into December

Cherries, late spring and summer

Chicories, October through December

Chiles, August and September

Collard greens, March into December

Corn, June through August

Cucumbers, June through November

Eggplant, June through August

Escarole, September through December

Fennel, fall through spring

Garlic, July and August (stored year-round)

Garlic scapes/green garlic, March and April

Grapes, August into October

Green beans, June through September

Greens, March into December

Green onions, March through November

Herbs, various year-round

Kale, March into December

Kohlrabi, October through March

Leeks, year-round

Lettuce, year-round

Melons, June through August

Mint, year-round

Morels, spring

Mushrooms (cultivated), year-round

Mushrooms (wild), spring through fall

Nectarines, June through September

Nettles, March and April

New Potatoes, March and April

Okra, August

Onions, year-round

Oregano, year-round

Parsley, year-round

Parsnips, October into December

Peaches, June through September

Pea greens, March and april

Peas and pea pods, June through August

Peppers (sweet), June through August

Potatoes, July (available from storage year-round)

Pumpkins, September and October

Radicchio, September through December

Radishes, March into November

Sage, year-round

Scallions, March through November

Shallots, summer and fall (from storage through winter)

Shelling beans, August and September

Snap peas/snow peas/pea pods, June and July

Sorrel, year-round

Spinach, year-round

Squash (summer), May through September

Squash (winter), fall and winter

Strawberries, April through June

Sweet potatoes, year-round

Thyme, year-round

Tomatoes, July into October

Turnips, September into March

Watermelons, June through August

Winter Squash, September into January

Zucchini, May through September

Zucchini Blossoms, May through July

So you’ve decided to start a small farm. But you’re not sure what animals to raise, or what to plant. How do you decide?

What Appeals to You?

It seems obvious, but the most likely candidates for farm animals are the ones that you’re drawn to naturally. If goats seem odd or strange, maybe they’re not for you. Perhaps you have fond memories of petting cows on your grandparents’ farm, or have a fondness for pigs.

If your goal is to start a business with your farm, think carefully about markets for your product, and do some research to see if there is demand for it. If your goal is self-sufficiency, you’ll want to consider what kind of food you and your family like to eat. Don’t raise pigs if you never eat pork!

Be Cautious About the Unusual

Often, people are drawn to unusual or exotic animals. Their thought process is often that something that isn’t “what everybody else is doing” will be marketable. This isn’t always a logical conclusion. While specialty crops can be a great way to generate income, sometimes this can backfire. Be sure there’s a market for your unusual animal, herb, vegetable or fruit before investing a lot of money in it.

Make a List

Make a list of your potential animals and crops. Leave room for notes, and make sure to list the reasons why you are considering this particular animal or crop. Use this list to gather tidbits of information as you get further into the research process.

Read About It

Go to the library or your local independent bookstore and look at everything you can find about the animals and crops on your list. Use the Internet to search for basic information on raising each animal. At this point, you might start narrowing down your list as you find out more details. Whenever you lose focus, look back at your goals for your farm and ask yourself: does this animal or crop further my goals?

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• Information on Farm Animals
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Talk to Farmers

You’ve pondered it, read about it, and thought some more about it. Sometimes you just have to experience things to figure out your path, and nowhere is this more true than farming.

Find some local farmers who are raising the animals or crops you’re considering. Ask them about their successes and their challenges. Go pet the animals, see the housing and fencing that the farmer has chosen, experience the animals in three dimensions.

Now you’ve had a chance to thoroughly explore some potential animals and crops for your farm. You’re ready to choose some to start with! How exciting!