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Dairy farming is done for long term milk production, usually from cows. However, goats and sheep are also included in milk production sometimes. Non-milk producing stock, such as male calves are usually sold for veal. If the bull calf's quality is good, it may also be sold for breeding. Several dairy farms also grow feed for their cows. What should you know for setting up a dairy farm? If you measure in terms of phosphorus, the waste of 5,000 cows equals that of around 70,000 humans. Manure handling and disposal require a large amount of land too, so bear this in mind when you are looking at dairy farms for sale. You may also have to take anti-pollution measures, because of the air pollution resulting from methane released during waste disposal. If the manure is properly treated, the nutrients in it make it an excellent fertilizer. Monitor the nutrients coming on the farm in the form of animals, feed, and fertilizer. Check how these nutrients compare in quantity and quality to the nutrients leaving the farm as manure, product, and animals. Cows are usually milked two to three times in a day. Milking machines and plumbing systems are used to do so, and store the milk. You may need to turn cows out in pastures to graze. In some cases, cows are kept in barns with tunnel ventilation. This enables cool air to flow in from both sides, so that cows are not subject to sunburn or their udders are not damaged in summer. Monitor the health of the cows to ensure that they are not infected, their environment is comfortable, and they do not have any metabolic diseases. Dairy farms for sale should be examined to see if they have been maintained properly. Otherwise, you may spend additional amounts on repairs and upkeep, besides the cost of buying it. Online brokers can provide lead to dairy farms for sale in your area. If you have a particular state in mind, research online for available properties with a few brokers. Comparing costs will give you an idea of the market price. You can also ask a dairy farmer in the area if he or she knows of any available dairy farms. Visit the dairy farms for sale that you shortlist, so that you can gauge their suitability for your business. Keep your budget in mind when you negotiate the price. Agricultural real estate - Dalhart Real Estate serves the entire northwest Texas panhandle with complete real estate services. Their realtors work hard to find dairy farms and land properties that meet your needs.
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