Small Farms
Farming takes many shapes and sizes in Oregon. Learn how to start a small farm, try out the organic fertilizer and crop cover calculator, connect with other small farmers, or find out about upcoming small farm events. Watch a short video about a recent farmers market in Corvallis, Oregon to see how some small farm owners sell their food.
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NEW. Understand the biology and habits of voles and gophers before management begins.
This new publication shows how to handle, store and compost manure, and reduce negative effects on the environment. Printable PDF and audio files.
A successful direct farm marketing business requires knowing and understanding effective marketing and management practices.
Laboratory soil tests will help you develop and maintain more productive soil, which is an essential part of any successful small farm.
Enterprise budgets can help individual producers determine the most profitable crops to grow, develop marketing strategies, and obtain financing.
Consider your resources, the land available, and your level of interest before deciding to engage in the cattle business.
The key to a healthy small-acreage horse farm is to recognize that horses, grass, manure, soil, and water are interconnected.
Featured Question
I would like to get a rain barrel to collect the water from the down spouts and want one that can function year 'round here in the Willamette Valley. Most of the ones I have seen are plastic and must be drained and taken in for icy temps. Can you advise me on what kind of rain barrel I am looking for that can be left out and used all year in our area.
