Cultivation of farm land were done today,before you start plowing up sod, it’s important to know what kind of soil you are working with. You'll want to start by testing your soil . This enables you to improve it and amend it as needed for growing the best crops and pasture grasses for animals. The first steps to prepare your land for planting involve looking at soil texture and fertility and adjusting it as needed.
Learn more about soil to make the most of your farm.
How to Prepare the Land for Planting
Tilling your land for planting a large vegetable garden or crops can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't need to be. For small acreage (under two to three acres), you can use a PTO-driven tiller on your tractor to till the soil.
You can also hire someone to do the plowing, disking and harrowing.
Install Fencing for Animals
If you're thinking of adding animals to your farm, it's a good idea to install fences to keep your animals away from your neighbors and protect them from predators. There are many types of fencing, both electric and non-electric, for containing farm animals.
The type you choose is going to depend upon the animal itself. Goats require a high fence because they can jump and they love to do it! Cows need only a few single strands of electric fencing.
