Nowadays, agriculture is actively supported by the state at different levels. Entrepreneurial initiatives are subsidized, separate tax regimes are allocated, and support in obtaining grants is provided. And although so far all measures are still not sufficient to create the most favorable conditions for business in this industry, there is certain progress. In addition, global trends are also doing their work.
So for the novice entrepreneur there is a reason to think about the possibility of starting a business in the segment of agriculture. The demand for goods is there, opportunities are gradually increasing, and there are no preconditions to the contrary.
Fertilizer
In each of these categories there are several options for conducting your own business, which can be combined, if only there would be enough resources. Let’s dwell on each in more detail.
Growing crops
First of all we are talking about sunflowers. Since it is one of the most unpretentious types of plants that are in demand. From sunflower make vegetable oil, as well as produce a variety of confectionery products.
The larger the area sown with sunflower seeds, the more profit will be from it, it is an obvious fact. But even if you do not have the opportunity to rent large plots of land, ready sunflowers can be sold to small businesses, which mostly have their own regular suppliers. Seeds can be sold to private stores that specialize in farm products.
Growing vegetables
Ideal for sales in the city. Especially out of season. Since in the season and have to lower prices, and demand falls in any case, because most of the vegetables people grow at their dachas.
Nevertheless, products such as tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, pumpkin, zucchini, some types of spicy herbs, onions, garlic – have a constant demand. And if you manage to establish their cultivation on your farm, you can find ways to sell them in the city.
Growing vegetables for freezing
This is a more expensive type of business, since it requires additional investment in equipment. But it can be a complement and extension of the usual cultivation of vegetables for sale.
Animal breeding
From this type of business, you can get income in several directions at once.
The supply of manure can be a separate business, as well as additional, if you are engaged in livestock breeding. The main difference from other areas of agriculture will be the target audience.
Fertilizer
If you do not breed cattle and manure you do not get anywhere, you can organize a business re-buying fertilizer. In this case, you only need a car suitable for transportation of fertilizer and the nearest farm for raising cattle.