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Whats the best way for someone who doesn't have a farming background to get in it?

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Permalink Reply by rein minnema on November 14, 2009 at 9:51pm
There is no such thing as the best way if it ain't in your blood.
Permalink Reply by AgOntario on November 15, 2009 at 3:38am
What type of farming do you want to get into and on what scale??

Here is some information you can check out:

Starting and Growing a Business: Entrepreneurial Assessment: http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/bdv11349

Ready to Farm – Guide for New and Transitioning Farmers: http://www.farmstart.ca/ready-to-farm-home/

Starting a farm? 10 things you’ll need to do: http://www.farmcentre.com/Downloads/NewFarmer/NewFarmer-Top10.pdf
Permalink Reply by Aaron on November 15, 2009 at 5:55am
well I was thinking about egg farming to start out with.

I have no idea if its in my blood or not, but I am definitely willing to give it a go.

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