Niche farmers find profit and links to pastoral past
It's a good time to start a small farm, based on organic farming popularity, growing awareness of food sources, say entrepreneurs, experts. Profit requires time, niche product such as truffles or natural meats; good target is annual sales of less than $10,000, so don't quit the day job.
The New York Times 2008-08-06
Categories: Agriculture, BUSINESS
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