The Scoop on Community Supported Agriculture
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a growing trend in communities all across the nation. CSA’s begin when members of the community pledge their support to farmers by purchasing shares directly...
View ArticleWays to Make an Extra Profit on Your Farm
Farmers work long, hard hours every single day and sometimes it’s for little money. Whether you have a conventional farming operation, or a small hobby farm, the good news is there are many ways you...
View ArticleAquaculture: A Growing Trend in Farming
While you might think of cows, chickens and goats when you think about a farm in the United States, there’s another animal that farmers are flocking to help boost their business… fish. Aquaculture is...
View ArticleCitrus Tree Farming for Beginners
Citrus fruits like lemons, limes, oranges and grapefruit are popular and rich in important nutrients like vitamin C. They are also extremely valuable in cooking and making other products like jellies,...
View ArticleOrdering Seeds for Beginning Farmers
Even with most of the country battling cold temperatures and snow, the fact is we are already in February and spring will be here before we know it. That means it’s time to start thinking about...
View ArticleAdding Pigs to Your Farm
The pork industry is a thriving one. It has an estimated $23.4 billion of gross output and supports more than 550,000 jobs. Given the added value, adding pigs to your farm can be a solid investment...
View ArticleThe Farmer’s Almanac: Still Relevant for Today’s Farmers
Long before you clicked an app, asked Google or even tuned in to your local news for the weather forecast, there was The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Started in 1818, it is still used today to predict weather...
View ArticlePreparing for a Better Wheat Harvest
Summertime means it’s time to harvest the wheat you planted in the fall. Harvesting wheat isn’t a cut and dry process, there’s actually a science to it. Here are a few tips, and some advice from a...
View ArticleUnited Country Celebrates 94 Years as Leader in Farmland Sales
United Country Real Estate, the nation’s largest lifestyle real estate and auction company, is celebrating 94 years in business as a leader in farmland in 2019. The company originally began in...
View ArticleAdd a Haunted Attraction to Your Farm
As we head into fall, farmers across the country are preparing to wrap up their harvest. So, what’s next? A farmer’s work is almost never done, but as things slow down a bit, if you’re looking for a...
View ArticleNearly One Million Opt-in Buyers Searching for Farmland
United Country Real Estate recently announced its database for opt-in buyers nationwide reached nearly one million people. The database is built from former buyers and others who have expressed an...
View ArticleTax Tips for Farmers in 2020
Tax season is approaching and for farmers and ranchers, filing taxes can be a tedious and sometimes difficult process. Here are some tips to help you get started and make sure your maximizing your...
View ArticlePreparing Your Farm for Flooding
It was almost one year ago that devastating floods hit the Midwest, destroying homes and thousands of acres of farmland in states like Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas. Many farmers lost their...
View ArticleFeatured Farmland Properties for Sale
United Country Real Estate has been a leader in farmland, hobby farms and ranches since 1925. Below are a few great properties currently for sale. If you’re interested in buying or selling a property,...
View ArticleCoronavirus’ Effects on Livestock
With COVID-19 spreading across the globe, many farmers and ranchers are wondering how or if it will affect their livestock. There is little to no evidence that the novel strain of the Coronavirus can...
View ArticleAdding Tulips to Your Farm
If you’re looking for a little extra income or just want to want to give your property some color, adding flowers like Tulips are a great option for you. Contrary to popular belief, Tulips can actually...
View ArticleCreating A Food Source
By growing your own food you take control of every part of the process from planting to harvest. Sustainability needs to be at the forefront of any discussion when creating a personal food source. Not...
View ArticleIs a Goat a Good Pet?
Seems like baby or small goats as pets are slowly becoming the next trend. Smaller goat breeds can be great pets. They are smart, friendly, easily tamed and can be transported with a dog kennel if...
View ArticleFrom Farm to Table: Are GMO’s Safe?
Genetically engineered food has been around since the early 1990’s, but there continues to be confusion about what exactly they are and if they are safe. Most reports and studies show that crops that...
View ArticleTax Tips for Farmers in 2020
Tax season is approaching and for farmers and ranchers, filing taxes can be a tedious and sometimes difficult process. Here are some tips to help you get started and make sure your maximizing your...
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