The Importance of Proper Signage on Your Farm 

A wooden sign reading "Public Footpath" is photographed over a green pasture with a treeline in the background in a cloudy, overcast sky.

Whether you have many visitors on your farm or not, having appropriate signage is important for many reasons. From emergencies to agritourism, signage can help keep your family and visitors safe. Proper signage can also reduce liability in case of an accident or illness.    Agritourism   Agritourism is critical to educate the public about agriculture and … Read more

Self-Assessment Disease Prevention Checklist for organic and alternative farms

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The Livestock Project has created a   Self-Assessment Disease Prevention Checklist for use on organic or alternative livestock and poultry farms. This easy to use checklist can help point out your strengths as well as areas for improvement This short checklist can be printed and filled out, or filled in online and saved. If you participate … Read more

Keeping your organic and alternatively raised animals healthy when you have visitors (including workers)

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One of the best ways to teach people about agriculture is to show them firsthand what happens on your farm. This can be through an onsite store, farm tours, or holding workshops on your property. You may need extra farm help and hire an employee or have a friend wanting to learn the ins and … Read more