AGRICULTURE NEWS - Much has been written about what makes a farmer successful. Far less, however, has been written on what makes a small farmer successful.
This is a pity because the different types of farmers operate in completely different economic environments. Larger farmers can afford to pay for advice, bookkeeping, technology and a workforce, and can attend farmers’ days regularly, whereas these advantages are often out of the reach of the small farmer.
Despite these difficulties, some small farmers manage to achieve greater success than others. There’s no single reason for this, and success largely depends on a farmer’s own character. Perseverance, patience and a good work ethic, for example, are all needed.
Read the full article here in the Caxton Publication, Farmers Weekly
