Christiansmommy
11-04-2006, 11:21 AM
My husband is actually going to be directing this post to any of you that might be farmers...he is in the very early process of considering some type of work in the farming industry...organic farming specifically...I know that Pettalk covers a huge popuilation of people, and I am sure some of you must be farmers. Here he goes.
ello' PetTalkers, I know this is kind of Off Topic, but with all the diversity in animals lovers and people here on this great message board, I'm sure there's got to be some farmers here somewhere right? I guess we'll find out.
What are your experiences being farmers. The pro's and cons. Do you still get time to take vacations w/ your family and get away from your "job" at all? Financially it will be a big difference, definitally a life-style change. We are currently looking around reading up on Organic farming, CSA's (Community Supported Agriculture), Co-ops, Bio-Diversity, and most importantly, local internships. #1 I need to learn how to farm. #2 learn the practices of organic farming specifically. #3 How to actually maintaine and support daily life on your own w/ a farm. I know it will be a lot of hard work, but I think it would be a great way to bring up the kids, lead a healthier life, teach the kids a different way of life outside of suburban America, and help protect our planet and its resources and share it w/ the "purchasers of our wares".
Right now I work in Technology...this will obviously be a BIG change, but one were excited to explore. Its not all about the $$$ for us. Its about doing something you love, doing it together and having a fun life w/ family and friends. Besides, if I'm gonna sit in a seat all day, it might as well be in a tractor surrounded by the fruits of your labor right! Litterally.
LOTS of research / planning / and action still to come. Just wanted to get some thoughts from any of the pro's that might be here on PetTalk and get some insider info.
I'm off to research, thanks for any feedback. Wish us luck.
ello' PetTalkers, I know this is kind of Off Topic, but with all the diversity in animals lovers and people here on this great message board, I'm sure there's got to be some farmers here somewhere right? I guess we'll find out.
What are your experiences being farmers. The pro's and cons. Do you still get time to take vacations w/ your family and get away from your "job" at all? Financially it will be a big difference, definitally a life-style change. We are currently looking around reading up on Organic farming, CSA's (Community Supported Agriculture), Co-ops, Bio-Diversity, and most importantly, local internships. #1 I need to learn how to farm. #2 learn the practices of organic farming specifically. #3 How to actually maintaine and support daily life on your own w/ a farm. I know it will be a lot of hard work, but I think it would be a great way to bring up the kids, lead a healthier life, teach the kids a different way of life outside of suburban America, and help protect our planet and its resources and share it w/ the "purchasers of our wares".
Right now I work in Technology...this will obviously be a BIG change, but one were excited to explore. Its not all about the $$$ for us. Its about doing something you love, doing it together and having a fun life w/ family and friends. Besides, if I'm gonna sit in a seat all day, it might as well be in a tractor surrounded by the fruits of your labor right! Litterally.
LOTS of research / planning / and action still to come. Just wanted to get some thoughts from any of the pro's that might be here on PetTalk and get some insider info.
I'm off to research, thanks for any feedback. Wish us luck.