Matter-Eater Lad Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I want to be a farmer, some manual labor would be good for me. Go to the North East and work on a farm for a year, learn a few things. Or maybe just the north, my family owns a large amount of some of the best farmland in Ohio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twizted Logik Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 same here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivet Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 i wanna move to a big city... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matter-Eater Lad Posted July 1, 2009 Author Share Posted July 1, 2009 Do it, its fun and a great learning experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivet Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 :wacko: I've been raised in small, SMALL town USA most of my life and I've realized that i want a more fast paced life...as soon as i graduate i'm moving, and not to a larger town... i'm talking big city!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Hill Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I live in a ranchito Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivet Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 ^ how cute!! hahaa... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matter-Eater Lad Posted July 1, 2009 Author Share Posted July 1, 2009 I live in a ranchito Do you like it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Hill Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Well, it's not bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I used to live on a farm, except I never really did anything. And we didn't have any farm animals. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivet Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 :( we have a goat and we just bought some baby chicks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck kottke Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 It varies. What kind of farming would you be doing in Ohio, Nick? (Ohio is good for growing numerous crops - from clover to soybeans to corn to small grains..) My godfather had a large farm in Indiana - along the Wabash. He grew mostly soybeans, and the soil was nice rich earth, unlike our northern glacial soils.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Hill Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 We used to have cows, chickens and bulls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matter-Eater Lad Posted July 1, 2009 Author Share Posted July 1, 2009 It varies. What kind of farming would you be doing in Ohio, Nick? (Ohio is good for growing numerous crops - from clover to soybeans to corn to small grains..) My godfather had a large farm in Indiana - along the Wabash. He grew mostly soybeans, and the soil was nice rich earth, unlike our northern glacial soils.. I don't know the crops they grow, I should. I know they raise a variety of animals, chickens, pigs, sheep and my uncle has a llama. At one point it was good money to be a farmer, now with big corporate farms they have a hard time making it just farming so most my uncles have side jobs. At one point my Grandfather had a private jet but that was a long time ago before the major corporate farms tried to run them out of business and buy their land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck kottke Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I recall traveling through Ohio, and what I recall you've described - a variety of farming! Perhaps more poultry than hogs or sheep in the areas where I've been. Very productive farms! Yes, the farm economy has been heavily tilted in favor of the major corporate farms - I understand that problem well! Glad to hear you're uncles are still farming it, in spite of the hardships. Farming is definitely something that ties you to the land, and gives you a real sense of place - clocks still keep the time, but much of the living on a farm is on god's time. (the season's, the rising of the sun, the rains, the time when crops grow and bloom and set seeds and fruit keeps you're senses keenly aware..) It's a life of work and dedication to the operation, so best to see what it's like before you take the plunge (and I agree, a garden is a good start.;)) Organic gardening is a great choice - I've been gardening organically for decades, and with usually good results. Most of the pest problems are over-blown, but some locations have pests which can be serious challenges! Here, it's the rose chafer beetle, which devours roses, raspberries, and apples. But to start out, try something that's big, easy, and almost assures success. I've gone to the larger garden crops for the ease of maintenance - 12 rows of corn, 6 of beans, and 6 of squash, plus 3 rows of peas. Easier to tackle than carrots, beets, etc. - biggest challenge is to maintain good soil moisture - which in sand is a problem after 3 dry days in a row - so irrigation is essential. Fertility too, as the plants need a nitrogen boost every two or three weeks. Starting in July is mid-season, but in Florida, that might be just fine - day neutral plants work best. Our county extension service does offer great advice here, and there's plenty of advice for organic farming and gardening available, so that's one quick source.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matter-Eater Lad Posted July 1, 2009 Author Share Posted July 1, 2009 Hey Chuck I have a question for my garden; Because in my back yard the grass doesn't grow well I can only assume the soil is bad so someone recommended building a box and adding new fertile soil in it and that way grass and/or other plants couldn't try to steal nutrients from my plants. If I do that do I go to Home Depot and get soil for it, something like miracle grow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Escapist Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I don't want to be a farmer but I really, really, really, really, really appreciate the stuff they do and i think there should be more support for farmers and local farmers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pickle Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 farming isn't that bad. where i live, most of the people are farmers. its basically just cows and agriculture...like hay, corn, oats, etc. the only downside is if you have allergies. the air gets FILLED with pollen. :dozey: @The Escapist, it really sucks with the way taxes are going up, especially in New York. Many of the farms are being sold for housing because owners can't keep up with the tax increase on land :shrug: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violet Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I guess my parents are kinda farming. My dad has been trying to grow stuff for us to eat for some years now. I think that's more for my dad's pleasure than anything else, though. Although he did bring in a really strange melon yesterday. He said it was an Alaskan canteloupe. What I didn't understand was why he wanted to grow an Alaskan canteloupe in Texas. :thinking: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flickahidalgo Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 I used to live in Ohio. We lived right between a corn feild and a cow pasture. Now we live in North Carolina. We own horses now (quarter horses, arabians, tennesee walkers, draft, and thoroughbreds). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i♥C.MART Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 ^ North Carolina! :):):) umm... my great uncle was a farmer. i used to pick potatoes with him when i was really little. :wacky: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saffire Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Driving through rural lowcountry South Carolina makes me want to own some land out there. It would be great to have a home on a large plot of land in the middle of nowhere, because you can go there for a week to reduce stress in your life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechnicolorGreenEyes Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Farming was only good when slavery was legal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivet Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 :lol: Jeez Nathan... I agree with Bryce. I don't wanna be a farmer but their work should be greatly appreciated :nice: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flickahidalgo Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 ^ North Carolina! :):):) umm... my great uncle was a farmer. i used to pick potatoes with him when i was really little. :wacky: Hello my fellow North Carolinian! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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