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The Agricultural Farming Resource is comprised of professionals such as owners, farmers, ranchers and managers who are responsible for crop and livestock production and services. Farmers raise crops, livestock, poultry, fish and shellfish, or produce dairy products or nursery products, some raise both crops and livestock or produce food for their animals on the farm. Farming requires specialized skills and knowledge of environmental sciences, botany, plant diseases and meteorology.
Crop production is the process of growing crops for use as food for those that live on the farm, or for resale to wholesalers, distributors, mills and local retailers. They harvest different crops such as grains, cotton, tobacco, fruits, vegetables, nuts and plants. Crop producers work long hours during planting and harvesting seasons as they plan for the next season. They repair machinery, construct buildings and are the sole caretaker of their land leaving very little free time to themselves.
Farmers that own Livestock are responsible for the upkeep, health and wellness and feeding of their livestock. Livestock includes cattle, hogs, sheep, goats, and poultry, while some farners speciliaze in raising horses, rabbits, bees, pets, fish and other fur-bearing animals.
The majority of the file reach owners and partners - the true decision makers for their farm. They purchase equipment, supplies and services for their businesses and recreation, as well as for their home and family.
List is selectable by crop, livestock, geography, and gender. |
