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I think it's easily done. Just by joining one of the farm clubs or organizations you're bound to find a mentor. In my experience, farmers are friendly and happy to help.

My young niece is upset that I won't introduce her to the Keebler Elves. I own a bakery, so I guess that's why she got it in her head that we're acquaintances.

What is the best option for a foundation when housing goats? Our barn floor is dirt with lots of straw on top of it for bedding. We currently have three dairy cows, but we're looking to switch them out for some goats. I'm not happy with the dirt floor and thought it might be a good time to...

I've heard of it, but I don't know anyone who took that route. Corn isn't the most healthy for cows, but it's cheap and it makes cows grow quickly. Grass/pasture is the healthiest choice for cows, but cows grow more slowly on that diet. Where do carrots stand among that continuum?

Google is great, but sometimes what it pulls up up is also baffling. Some resources suggest that the licorice plant is not edible and others say that it is. What say you all? In case you're wondering, I do make licorice flavored sweets, but most licorice flavoring comes from anise plants.

That's what I'm not sure about. I'm looking into it right now. I feel like there are way too many options. I'm also not sure that my older customers will be willing to pay with anything but cash.

I think the CDC issued some guidelines, but the states still have plenty of leeway to decide how to prioritize their vaccines. In one state a person who works as a butcher or in a grocery store might get it while a farmworker might not and vice versa. It's very up in the air. One variable...

Do you want to store them whole or are you willing to dehydrate them? Sun-dried and oven-dried apples last for many months if you don't mind taking that route.

If you sell through a farmers market, through trade-shows, or through another avenue, I'd love to hear whether you've implemented contactless payment options and how it worked out. I'm considering whether to add a touchless payment system to my small business and weighing my options.

I've always seen it as more of a Pinterest fad than a serious route to farming. Have you tried it, @Locksmith? You've got me curious as to how it works. I grow tomatoes vertically, but that's just for our personal use and for my bakery. I don't think I could turn a profit if I farmed...

If you really just need power sporadically, I'd go with the extension cord. Anything more than that and I'd probably finish out the fuse box.

I think digital farming has a lot to offer, but unfortunately, incorporating the technology is still financially prohibitive for most farmers. As such, I just don't see it having a bag impact on the issues you raised, @FarmEnthusiast. I'm optimistic that we can all do our bit to improve...

Consumers are more familiar with cow's milk, but I think that's slowly changing as we introduce more varieties like soy milk, almond milk, and so on. I'm interested in switching out my milk provider. Right now we have two dairy cows, and I'm wondering if goats might be able to fit the bill...

That's an adorable idea, and I'm sure it went a long way with lifting peoples' spirits which is important right now. If you type "Happy New Year" into Google Search, you'll see some fun computer confetti.

Thanks for complimenting my forum moniker. I'm a firm believer that every household should have some emergency cake stashed away for stressful moments and celebratory moments alike. Cake is always welcome at the table. I sent six recipes to you, Urban Homestead, which should keep you busy for...

I know how to dehydrate meats, fruits, and veggies, but that's as far as my skills go. My cat loves to eat freeze-dried chicken, so I'd love to know how to make it. It's so expensive to buy.

I'm surprised to hear that corn is so popular, but then again, we do use corn syrup as a sweetener pretty often. I thought cotton, coffee, and tobacco would top corn though.

Do you enjoy baking? I could send you some great recipes that have served me well over the years. You could try your hand at making a fancy cake, or you could whip up something exotic.

Some people definitely have social plans because I've been selling a lot of Happy New Year's Eve and Happy New Year's Day cakes and cupcakes. I'm surprised that I've received as many orders as I have.

I probably wouldn't right now. We have a vaccine available, and it's just a matter of time before anyone who wants a vaccine can get one. I'd rather wait it out.