Rangeland Health
This concept describes different species of plants present in a given area.
Plant Diversity
This practice is essential for business owners to keep track of their income, expenses, risks, and assets. One technique used in this practice is saving receipts.
Bookkeeping
This retailer offers home delivery of farm service products and is the only corporate sponsor of this event.
North 40
This method of grazing involves intentionally restricting the area where an livestock are allowed to forage during a given time.
If more than 50% of your annual income comes from farming or an agriculture enterprise, you will fill out this form during tax season.
From 1040 Schedule F
This program from the NRCS offers financial and technical assistance to producers who design and implement a conservation plan. Eligible expenses include high tunnels.
EQIP = Environmental Quality Incentives Program
This number describes the amount of livestock that a given area of range can support. Calculation is based on the animals' size, your geographic area and soil type, and how many months you will graze your animals.
Stocking Rate/Carrying Capacity
In order to secure financing through a loan, this kind of asset is offered as a guarantee to secure the financer's interest in funding. Examples can include a car or house.
Collateral
This agency of the USDA offers price protection on crops and livestock and also offers disaster assistance for holders of an insurance policy.
Risk Management Agency