Livestock and even exotic pets can be a great way to generate extra profit. Meat, milk and fur are all assets that can be sold. Some are even quite cheap to travel. Here are the best farm animals to breed for money.
Rabbits
Rabbits are undoubtedly cute and can make a great fluffy pet, but did you know they are also profitable animals? Their small size means they require little space and eat cheaply, as they can feed on extra vegetables from the garden or cheap purchased feed. Rabbit meat is becoming increasingly popular and is difficult to find. Raising rabbits for meat will definitely make you a pretty penny. They breed several times a year and females can become pregnant again within hours of giving birth.
Just like the meat, there is currently a high demand for rabbit skins, while the supply is low. People use the skins for their craft projects or to make clothing such as hats or jackets. You won't make a fortune from it, but a skin can sell for around $10 depending on your demand area.
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Most people will avoid raising pigs because they have a bad reputation for being dirty and smelly livestock. On the contrary, they are actually clean animals and will not give off a pungent odor as long as they have enough space to move around. Breeding costs are low because they can be fed table scraps and housed in a temporary coop or farm.
The more land you have, the lower the feed costs. On average, you have eight to ten piglets every four to six months, and it takes about six months for them to reach adulthood. Pork currently costs about $2 per pound, and depending on the type of pig you raise, you can get about $100 for a whole pig.
Honey bees
bees? It's true! Honey bees are categorized as unique pets and the best part is that they are free! All you need to start raising bees is a shelter, such as beehives; a water source such as a birdbath and a suit for when it's time to harvest honey. People like to buy honey for allergy and nutritional purposes, and it can be easily sold at local farmers markets.
Preventing the decline of bees has been a concern for more than a decade, but did you know that most states give you a tax break for keeping bees? You can find out the requirements in your countryher.
Goats
Who doesn't love goats? Goats are small, require little space and are generally cheap to feed.The benefits of goatsbecause the profits are infinite. Not only are they cute, you can also make money from their meat, fur and milk, which is used to make cheese and soap.
Please note: Goats are skilled escape artists. A good fence to keep them in their intended location is a necessity.
Cows
Raising cows is not something for the novice farmer, but the results can earn you a pretty penny. For rotational grazing, two hectares of land per cow is recommended. Common uses for cows include milk, cheese and the obvious beef production. Cows are ready to be used for meat when they are about a year old and, depending on the market, can be sold for about $2,000 (depending on the cow's weight and location). Make sure you do your research and find out the rules for producing, slaughtering and selling your own beef.
If you don't feel like raising cows for meat, consider buying a dairy cow. There are several varieties used specifically for dairy purposes that are easy to find. People will pay extra at farmers markets for fresh, hormone-free milk, which will make your bottom line much better.
