{"id":1376,"date":"2020-05-20T13:04:17","date_gmt":"2020-05-20T19:04:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/msfagriculture.com\/?p=1376"},"modified":"2020-05-06T13:09:40","modified_gmt":"2020-05-06T19:09:40","slug":"considerations-for-going-organic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/msfagriculture.com\/2020\/05\/20\/considerations-for-going-organic\/","title":{"rendered":"Considerations for Going Organic"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Considerations for Going Organic<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people dream of starting their own organic farm one day. It\u2019s not hard to see why, considering the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fao.org\/organicag\/oa-faq\/oa-faq6\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">huge benefits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of establishing and maintaining your own system of food production. But for many people, it remains just that: a dream. This is unfortunate, because starting an organic farm is far easier than many people believe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you interested in starting your own organic farming operation but aren\u2019t sure how to get started? If so, you\u2019re not alone. In this article, we\u2019ll outline some important considerations, and how securing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/msfagriculture.com\/hobby-farm-loans\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vacant land loan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help get you started.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting Started<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve decided to establish an organic farm, the next step will be to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/msfagriculture.com\/2019\/11\/11\/5-key-challenges-for-organic-farmers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">clarify your vision<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and business goals. In order to be successful, after all, it\u2019s important that we define what our unique definition of \u201csuccess\u201d actually is.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that in mind, here are some important questions to ask yourself before you start an organic farm:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><i>What sort of organic farm would I like to own? <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In other words, what types of crops would you like to cultivate? Do you see yourself also raising animals?\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><i>Do you have access to any local (or nearby) markets where you can sell your organic products? <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there any farmer\u2019s markets nearby that will allow you to sell your produce or animal products? What sort of registration or permits will you need before you\u2019re able to start selling there?<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><i>Do you already possess all of the skills that you\u2019ll need to be able to farm successfully? <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If not, what are the skills that you\u2019ll need to acquire?<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><i>Am I physically healthy enough to be able to spend long hours in an organic farm? <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day is different on an organic farm, and some days are longer, hotter, and more labor-intensive than others. There will also be lots of heavy lifting and movement. True, the physically-demanding aspects are some of the most appealing parts of the work. That said, you should still be sure that you\u2019re in decent physical shape before you start an organic farm.<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Start an Organic Farm with a Vacant Land Loan<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step towards establishing an organic farm is to find a viable location for your plot. You\u2019ll also need to build a payment strategy (organic farms are relatively affordable, but they\u2019ll still require some start-up capital).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thankfully, a vacant land loan from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/msfagriculture.com\/about\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MSF Agriculture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can provide you with a practical and cost-effective solution. These loans are perfect for anyone who dreams of organic farming, and who want to keep their future options open. You\u2019ll have the option to choose from fixed, adjustable, and variable rates, plus a variety of flexible payment options. If you\u2019re looking to start an organic farm, these loans can provide you with the financial freedom to do so!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Start Shopping for Vacant Land Loans<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MSF Agriculture is steeped in the farming industry, and our lenders are well-equipped to meet the needs of your business. To learn how a vacant land loan can help you to establish an organic farm, please <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/msfagriculture.com\/contact\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Considerations for Going Organic Many people dream of starting their own organic farm one day. It\u2019s not hard to see why, considering the huge benefits of establishing and maintaining your own system of food production. 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