From the Field
The Fincabout Blog
Stories from the soil, science behind the seeds, and hard-won wisdom from farmers who've been there. Grab your coffee and dig in.
How Much Land Do You Actually Need? A Realistic Guide by Farm Type
From a quarter-acre garden to a 50-acre spread, learn exactly how much land you need based on your goals, climate, and farm type.
How to Create a Farm Budget Before You Buy a Single Seed
Build a realistic farm budget that accounts for hidden costs, seasonal cash flow, and startup expenses before you spend your first dollar.
Carbon Farming: Getting Paid to Sequester Carbon
A practical guide to carbon farming: which practices sequester the most carbon, how carbon markets work, and what farmers actually get paid.
From Backyard to Business: A Portland Urban Farmer's Journey
How one Portland gardener scaled a 600-square-foot backyard plot into a thriving CSA serving 85 families across the city.
Urban Farming Around the World: Small Spaces, Big Impact
From rooftop farms in New York to vertical gardens in Singapore, urban farming is reshaping how cities produce food on limited land.
The Retired Couple Who Built a Mediterranean Olive Estate
How two retirees transformed an abandoned Alentejo hillside into a producing olive estate -- navigating land purchase, grove renovation, and oil production.
The Real Cost of Raising Your Own Meat vs Buying It
A detailed cost breakdown comparing raising your own chickens, pigs, and cattle versus buying meat at retail -- with real numbers and hidden costs.
Your First Farm Plan: A Complete Beginner's Guide
Learn how to go from a vague farming dream to a concrete, actionable farm plan with layouts, crop choices, and timelines.
Rotational Grazing: Why Moving Your Animals Makes Everything Better
A comprehensive guide to rotational grazing that covers paddock design, timing, stocking rates, and the measurable benefits for soil, animals, and profit.
Direct-to-Consumer: How Small Farms Can Skip the Middleman
Learn how small farms are cutting out distributors and selling directly to customers through farmers markets, online stores, and local delivery.
10 Mistakes New Farmers Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Avoid the costliest first-year farming mistakes with practical advice from experienced growers on soil, budgets, crops, and more.
Southeast Asian Rice and Spice: Traditional Systems Meet Modern Tech
From Bali's ancient subak irrigation to Thailand's modern rice exports, explore how Southeast Asian farming systems blend tradition with technology.