Whole Farm Management: From Start-Up to Sustainability

Whole Farm Management: From Start-Up to Sustainability

Drawing from over 30 years as an extension educator and farm researcher, Garry Owen Stephenson, PhD, has penned the essential and comprehensive guide to making sound business decisions for small-scale agriculture operations. Throughout this paperback book, sustainable agricultural systems and a business structure for long-term viability are paramount. Whole Farm Management is written in clear language and is arranged into 6 main chapters that cover every essential step of a successful farm business; Dream It, Do It, Sell It, Manage It, Grow it, and Keep It. Case studies of successful farms, along with guidance and solutions to common problems from long-time farmers, complete this essential handbook.