What farming should I do?

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Wed, 08/29/2012 - 17:00 #1

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dawsonc
Last seen: 03/08/2018 - 21:05
Joined: 08/29/2012 - 16:54

What farming should I do?

Hi,

I am considering buying a farm on the NSW southern highalnds approx 100 acres, i am a full time worker and i am wondering what are some of the better ( for want of a better term) kind of farming i could get into which i can do part time ? and does not require full time attention but also has decent returns ? i have been looking at Pigs Goats Cattle ? also which would be the most cost effective to start up ? 

Cheers 

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Thu, 08/30/2012 - 18:50 #2
dawsonc
Last seen: 03/08/2018 - 21:05
Joined: 08/29/2012 - 16:54

Hi

just another question sorry if they seem basic but i really am starting right from scratch how do i start with my first purchses do i buy 10 cows and a bull for example and wait 12 months or whatever it is for your first lot of calfs or..... is there a better way ?? 

cheers guys 

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Mon, 09/03/2012 - 16:09 #3
charlie
Last seen: 12/26/2018 - 09:21
Joined: 05/31/2011 - 09:44

Hi DawsonC,

Welcome to Farmstyle. Good on you for thinking of buying a small farm and joining many others who already have.

Approximately 50% of hobby farmers start out in cattle as they are low maintenance when compared to other livestock. Cattle are expensive to get started in with cows ranging in price from $750-$1200 each. The alternative is to start off with a small cattle breed which will be cheaper to buy and easier to handle.

Goats are also considered low maintenance. However, they require strong fencing and will need to be closely watched as they can easily escape and be farms away before you know it.

Before you select a farming enterprise you will need to think about the future and if you want a supplementary income, whole income or just a hobby. Most traditional livestock (sheep, cattle, goats) enterprises will provide returns of $100-$200 per hectare. 

What have other member experiences been when selecting a farming enterprise? 

Charlie

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