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