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Agriculture
The cultivation of plants and animals through farming, mainly for food. Agriculture is also known as the Geography of Food.
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Where can you obtain farm insurance?
Ask your current Property and Casualty lines Insurance Agent, if you have one who is a mean person fire them immediately! if you...
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What are the requirements for classifying property as a 'farm' in Alabama?
If I had not just gone through this, I would have never known. You have to have at least five acres and then it is classified as...
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How much does the average horse-related farm manager make in salary?
Horse related farm managers do not generally make a significant amount of money, and are not really in it for the money. Most...
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Why are barns traditionally painted red?
There are several theories as to why barns are painted red. Centuries ago, European farmers would seal the wood on their barns...
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What should be included in the appendices of a business plan?
For a business plan to flow smoothly and to enhance its readability, it is important to minimize excessive details and background...
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How much does a bushel of corn weigh?
A bushel of shelled corn weighs 56 pounds. A bushel actually used to be a volumetric measurement but due to incosistency in...
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Where can you find free examples of a farm business plan?
This is an excellent place to start and links to your state and local resources - The Cooperative State Research, Education, and...
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Which state is known for growing tea plants?
See South Carolina and the Carolina Tea Plantation web page.
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Is it better to set up a family farm as a corporation or co-op in the US?
A LLC is better for a small farm with the deductions without the problems of a co-op or a corporation.
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How do you open the string closure on farm seed bags?
i tell ya get the scissors! i have trouble with them all the time.sometimes u can pull the end of the string and go straight...
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How many square feet are in one ton of livestock grain?
Please visit this Web site, which should help answer your question: http://ohioline.osu.edu/anr-fact/0011.html.
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What is the forage to concentrate ratio for a broodmare in the 10th month of gestation?
There is no "forage to concentrate ratio" that must be adhered to. The basic rules of equine nutrition apply with the exception...
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How do farmers grow corn?
TIPS ON GROWING CORN Extend your corn harvest by planting successive crops when the previous crop's plants have three to four...
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What flower would best to grow for commercial sale if the ground is not light holds water well and gets lots of sun?
As you know, most varieties of perennials do not do well in wet soil - well-drained soil makes for optimal growing conditions. So...
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How much money does a horse farm owner earn?
Depending! if you plan to buy horses... than you drop in money (big time!) than you have to pay for hay, feed, and vet bills...
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How many people farm in Canada?
About 4% of people farm in Canada.
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How can you start a fish farm in Florida?
Your best way to get information on starting a fish farm in Florida is to contact the local fish and game office. They can give...
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What are some agricultural products of South Carolina?
Cotton and tobacco are the most popular that is 4 sure!
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Which country is the largest producer of milk?
Depending on the year, India or the USA. These are by far the biggest producers. The next group (France, Germany, Brazil,...
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What is the area of one ton of grain?
Whatever grain you are referring to, please 1.weigh in pounds exactly 1 cft of the same. (1'x1'x1'= 1 cft) 2.Note the...
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What three point hitch type farm implement makes neatly spaced raised planting rows?
DYNONICHUS, THE TERRIBLE CLAW
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What is a farm subsidiary?
The term "subsidiary" when used in relation to farming can mean two entirely different things: On meaning is a farm created by...
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What is a commercial farm?
A commercial farm is a farm which is deemed to be a viable farm operation and which normally produces sufficient income to...
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What can you do as citizens to help American farmers?
Here are opinions and answers from WikiAnswers Contributors: Buy E-85 gas and buy as many things made from corn and soybeans as...
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Where is corn grown in the Northeastern US?
The information below is from the Web site Wikipedia, but I felt it was important to mention before answering the question: As...
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Does seed germination affect plant growth?
Without germination in the plant, the plant is not able to grow. The germination is the begining of life for the seed...
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Is there any farming by the Mississippi?
Yes. The Mississippi River is the border to the MidWest and the Corn Belt. The Mississippi provides most of the transportation...
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How do you obtain a sign for a century old farm in Ontario Canada?
You have one of the artests who work in wood in Oregon make you one.
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What are modern problems farmers face today?
farmers needing to deal with droughts for a long period of time
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Can an electric fence be used to separate the neighbor's yard from yours if you live on a farm in the country with a young child around?
sure can. as long as you enjoy being sued out the wazoo. sure can. as long as you enjoy being sued out the wazoo.
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How much money would it cost to start a small calf farm in Bloomington Wisconsin?
An investment of at least 30,000 would be enough to start a mall one that did not need any property. Just to buy the animals for...
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How do you kill kudzu?
Any plant will be damaged or die off when sprayed with an herbicide, such as glycophosphate (ex: brand name of Roundup). It must...
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What is a cash crop made from the Acacia tree?
There is no cash crop made from the Acacia Tree, but the tree itself can be a crop. It is used as lumber for decorative...
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How do you keep a cow from eating grass on the other side of the fence?
run eletrick fence!!!! Either build a taller fence, or one with smaller openings for the cow to stick her head through. Depends...
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How do you know when to plow your fields?
We have sandy clay loam soil, when you can squeeze a handful of soil without seeing water, and the ball crumbles easily. Also...
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How do you raise a beef calf?
A normal beef calf is raised by its mother for the first 5 months of its life. At 5 months of age it will be weaned and raised...
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Who invented hybrid crops?
Click on the link to your right for the answer.
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Can you get a farm loan after a bankruptcy?
It all depends on your situation. I would recommend visiting with local ag lenders as well as stopping by your local USDA office....
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What are the commercial by-products of lemons?
Lemonaid, wood cleaner(pledge), air freshener, soft drinks.
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What is long distance farming?
Someone that might farm in the USA and also farm in South America.
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Info on soil erosion?
There are lots of things you can do. If it is a vegetable garden, I would recommend adding any of various types of manure in the...
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What is a farm subsidy?
Farm "subsidy:" Monetary assistance granted by a government to a person or group in support of an enterprise regarded as being...
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What is the most profitable crop or farm product you can raise on two acres?
Based on some reports I have seen on the net, berries are the best value for small acreage farming. Break even time is appx. 4...
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How do you grow coffee?
Growing a coffee plant at home is a rewarding experience that will help you learn and appreciate the work involved in producing...
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How long do you wait before you can touch baby hamsters or guinea pigs?
The best time to touch a baby hamster is day 14(2 weeks). I have 8 baby hamsters and i have to resist the erge to touch them....
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How many square bails of hay does it take to weigh a ton?
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What crops are raised on New York farms?
According to the New York Department of Agriculture, ield crops, fruits and vegetables returned $1.33 billion to New York farmers...
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How do you thread a Ford 542 hay baler?
fisrt you need to get a ford baler I recomend looking at aution fliers in the midwest [much more time comsumeing then ebay] If...
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Is genetically modified food better to use in Canada?
Genetically modified food is NOT better to use in Canada or anywhere in the world for at least two reasons: First, some studies...
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What United States state grows the most potatoes?
The following are 2007 figures in hundredweight. 1) Idaho 117,000 2) Washington 95,000 3) Wisconsin 29,000 4) Colorado...
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What is the cheapest you can buy land for in south carolina?
The best thing to do is to buy a newspaper and look in the for sale adds. Also call a realator. Good luck and God Bless:)
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What is the complete process from tilling to harvest in the growth of corn?
The link below has information on all aspects of Sweet Corn growing.
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Is there anything that kills thistles that doesn't harm the hay around them?
2, 4 D will kill the thistles and not harm grasses. It will kill alfalfa and other broadleaf plants. There has been concern that...
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What are the pros and cons of the National Animal Identification System NAIS?
The pros of the NAIS are that exporters can say to their customers that we are BSE or FMD or some other disease free. It doesnt...
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How do you market your farm's produce?
I wrote a business plan several years ago for a small farm operating in North Carolina. He decided the best way to market his...
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How do you show broilers?
I dont believe there is a category in which to show broilers at a sanctioned show. However, if you can, you would show them...
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How can you kep your gallon and three gallon potted trees from falling over in your nursery?
Tie the trees to a dawl larger then the base of the tree insert the dawl three or four inches in the dirt
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Who has the best farms in the world?
My point of view is Banaue Rice Terraces in the Philippines . They put the mountains into a rice of fields. Well that's only my...
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What laws do you have abide by if you want to own and operate a farm in the US?
BEST BET IS TO GO TO YOUR LOCAL PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT. THEY CAN GIVE YOU GUIDE LINES ON WHAT ALLOWABLE AND NOT. ALSO...
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What country does corn come from?
In the Beginning Corn as we know it today would not exist if it weren't for the humans that cultivated and developed it. It is...
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Which country is the largest producer of butter?
Denmark
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What do farmers look for when selecting animals or plants to use for breeding?
Good stock, There is an old saying "you get what you pay for". To add to this persons answer, a farmer will look for different...
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Does bacon come from cows?
No mostly bacon is Pig.It most rarely is cow but is mostly pig.
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In what ways were the farmers suffering in late 1800s and earl 1900s?
they couldn't get any workers
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What is the most milk per day a cow will produce?
A: In New Zealand's high producing dairy farms, cows 'can' produce up to 60 liters/day (15.85 gallons), although that's...
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Where does grass seed come from?
grass and seed come from the ground and some times from mountains
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How many fruits and vegetables do farmers grow per day?
lots lots
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What is an Australian finger lime?
A Finger Lime, is a type of Lemon / Lime fruit. Its shaped longish like a Finger, hence its name. I believe there are some...
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What are the various irrigation practices in villages?
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What is the National Animal Identification System?
the name of it is NILS. you get a tag for the cow that is called the NILS tag that is a stock identification tag Something...
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History of Case IH?
it is a merger of two tractor companies. ji case and international harvestore
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How much does a cubic foot of dirt or manure weigh?
It depends on the moisture content of the manure and soil. Also it depends on the makeup of the soil. A cubic foot of smaller...
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What do city people want to know about farming?
That would depend entirely on the city person. Some do not care to know anything about farming. They are content with...
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What percentage of the US population are farmers?
Between 1-2% There are more people locked up in prisons in the U.S. than there are farmers.
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How many horses are there in Kentucky?
Kentucky has one of the highest horse populations in the US. (It ranks eigth at best and eleventh at worst but please read on)....
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Where in the US is coffee grown?
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How do you get rid of horseflies?
Horseflies, deer flies and the yellow fly are in the same family and can be effectivly trapped. Visit http://www.bitingflies.com...
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How do you apply for a farm use truck?
to apply for farm truck use you must have a farm any tag agent can tell you what minimum requirements are
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What is the average cost for a dozen eggs in 1975?
3.oo
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What is the world's largest pea ever grown?
In 1995, Barnabas Chappell of Shropshire, England, grew a pea 20cm in diametre, roughly the size of a 6 month old baby's head. My...
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How do you build a stock tank for livestock?
To answer this properly you would need to know how many animals are you going to water i.e. one, ten, thousand. Lets say for...
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Why was there transition from subsistence to commercial farming in india?
After independence, the farmers transformed subsistence agriculture into commercial agriculture. They tripled the production by...
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Why does meat from a store blasting freezer taste the same as fresh meat?
The meat is frozen so quickly that it doesn't have a chance to start to break down.
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Can extreme temperatures affect the performance of chemical Roundup?
I am not sure about cold weather, but I do know that the effectiveness of any of that type of poison is inhibited by heat . My...
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Why is bush fallowing system of farming inefficient?
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What legal requirements are there to start a diversified farm in Texas?
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Where can you learn about the evolution of Agriculture?
this is a huge question. anything more specific you want to know? try reading "guns, germs and steel" by gerald diamond.
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How old is a baby chick before it becomes a chicken wing at Wing StoP?
Well I cant tell you that because im not a chick a dont work at Wing Stop!!!! ahahahaha 39 dog years
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What types of agriculture are in Pennsylvania?
It is widely varied from the hobbyist, through subsistence, commercial and corporate, but the most charming and picturesque is...
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What is organic cattle farming?
Organic cattle farming is a method for raising cattle in a more "natural" way. Cattle raised this way are allowed to graze on...
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How do you germinate olive seed?
HI To break the dormancy of olive seeds : 1-Remove the bulb 2-excise the endocarb 3-put the seeds on a bed of 1cm of fine...
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What regulations apply to farmers markets?
State and local laws will determine how much "red tape" burdens an organized or informal farmers' market. A farmers' market is...
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What companies are the leading food processors in the US?
brittania
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What are the examples of cash crops and food crops?
A cash crop would be something like cotton or tobacco. A food crop would be wheat, soy beans, corn etc.
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What is the price for sugar beet pulp?
beet pulp is sold for animal forage prices vary shreds here in texas are 14.00 for 50 lbs In ontario Canada 24 dollars a tonne
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What are texas oranges?
Osages (osage oranges)
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What are cocoa beans?
Cocoa beans are the seeds found in cocoa pods, which grow on trees often found in Africa, and Central and South America. These...
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When are crops grown?
Crops are generally grown in the growing season (from spring to fall) dependent upon the crop, of course. Most are planted in the...
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What is the average weight of a cubic foot of 11-52-0 fertilizer in pounds?
What type of fertilizer are you talking about? Truly, this isn't the greatest answer, but it really depends on how dense it...
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What is grown in the fields called paddies?
Rice is grown in paddies, or paddy fields.
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