Summer time is the same each year. Over the course of a few months, the weather will make some drastic changes, going from being pleasantly mild to scorchingly hot. Of course, in normal conditions, this is absolutely fine, and can even be a benefit to businesses like farms, even if it makes working harder. When a heatwave comes, though, it can all be turned on its head. To help you out with this tricky time of year on your farm, this post will be exploring the preparation which can be done to make sure that the whole farm stays in working order.

These days, more and more Americans are choosing to ditch the supermarket shelves and grow their own food. In fact, an impressive 35% of households grow produce at home or in a community garden. If you frequent a farm or homestead, a sturdy vehicle can be an invaluable tool. Not only can a truck help you to get work done around your property, but it can also function as an everyday vehicle for commuting to work or school. Not all trucks are created equal, however. It’s a good idea to take into consideration your unique needs when shopping for a new vehicle and find one that offers the versatility and reliability that you need. Here are some tips on how to choose a truck that can get you from Point A to Point B without a hitch.

Solving the world’s food issues is a job for ag graduates.

The human population continues to increase, and that means there will be more mouths to feed than ever before. However, with the increase in population, land for crops and pasture becomes more scarce. If we want to ensure no one goes hungry, we have to find ways to produce food that is economical, environmentally-friendly and sustainable.

There are many concerns facing those who run a farm these days, and one which is likely to become more and more pressing as time goes on is whether or not the way you are running your farm is environmentally sound. The truth is that keeping your head above water when it comes to environmental issues can be difficult, in part because there is just so much to do on  that front, but as long as you are thinking about it as much as you can, you will find that you can generally make a considerable difference to how your farm fares in environmental terms. There are three things in particular which you might want to pay close attention to if you are to ensure that your farm is environmentally sound. Let’s take a look at what they are - along with a discussion of what you can do to improve the functioning of your own farm in this way.

Most farmers make their income from growing crops and rearing animals. However, we are now in the 21st Century, and sometimes you have to think outside of the box if you want to support your family. The entire farming industry has taken a hit during the last few years, and so lots of people out there are trying to find ways of boosting their earnings. There are some ideas on this page that you might like to consider depending on your situation at the moment. You have nothing to lose by reading about some of them today, and hopefully, these suggestions will point you in the right direction. Your farm has a lot more potential than you probably realize right now.

Cattle drink between three and 30 gallons of water per day, depending on various factors including weight and temperature. Like all living things, they need sufficient amounts of clean water to maintain their health.

City life is fine, but it’s nothing on the wide open spaces of a farm. Regular readers of this blog won’t need telling again, but there are those who aren’t convinced, yet. But, farm life gets them in the end and they can’t wait to move from the Big Apple or the City of Angels. If you’re one of those people, let’s start by saying welcome to the fold. Seriously, you won’t regret the decision. Of course, making a move is by no means straightforward because there’s a lot to consider. So, here are some tips to help make the transition smoother.

Buying a horse is a bigger decision than getting many other types of animal, and it is one which you need to ensure that you are 100 percent ready for. Before you start looking, you need to have a clear idea in your mind of how you will use it, the facilities that you have available, and how much time you have to invest in its upkeep and well-being.

Going green on your farm often requires a bit of investment, but it's worth it if you want to make some long-term changes. By making an effort to carry out eco-friendly practices, you can both follow your conscience and save your farm a lot of money. As solar technology develops, there are more and more ways you can make use of it on your farm. Anything that is usually powered by electricity or other forms of energy can benefit from harnessing the power of the sun. Farm owners who want to find ways to use solar on their land should take a look at the new technologies and ideas for how solar power could work for them.

Working in agriculture means you live your life by the weather. You need moisture to grow crops and hydrate animals. If it’s too hot or too cold, the crops and animals will suffer, so the hope is the weather will stay just right. However, since we don’t live in a perfect world, farms are often hit with adverse weather.

Farming was, once upon a time, one of the most eco-friendly activities there was. It was all small practices, ones that worked in conjunction with nature - it was all good. But as more and more machines were introduced, that slowly began to change. Now, farms that use practices established over the past half a century are highly unlikely to be good for the environment. But that doesn’t mean it has to be that way! We know a lot know, and there are plenty of ways to make your farm more in line with earth-friendly practices - and what’s more, none of these is particularly difficult to incorporate into your operations.

Running a farm, or any other kind of large scale outdoor business, usually requires some pretty serious hardware. You will need to have machines to pull and lift things, vehicles to transport goods around, and loads of other resources which can be dangerous in the wrong hands. Of course, the risk which can come with this is huge, and a lot of people struggle to handle it in a safe way. To help you out with this, this post will be exploring the work which has to be done to ensure that heavy machinery is always operated safely.