Why think about diversifying into a new crop?
The Jiro square fruit variety of Sweet Persimmon is an example of an interesting and potentially profitable new crop when grown in the right place.
Changes in commodity prices or new value chain opportunities, let alone changes in types of food or new products, demand a flexible approach to farming.
Many crops themselves have a fashion element where a new variety of fruit or vegetable can be in for a period then out with the market.
Consumers expect farmers to be able to continue to meet their needs in both food and fibre when they follow these new trends.
As well, diversification of cropping opportunities, within the limits of good business sense, provides an essential part of risk management in modern farming.
Perhaps you’ve got a good idea for a new crop? -
Or perhaps you would just like to diversify but aren’t sure what your farm and your budget could afford and where to start?
The best first step is-
to talk to us.
We have worked with farmers in New Zealand and all States of Australia on diversification projects for a large number of years and can advise on most of the obstacles and pitfalls of the diversification process.
A new crop like Peony roses could return you over $100,000 per hectare.
Visit our Informed farmers Website to see the range of farming activities that we have knowledge of and also to read about some of the success stories of farmers that we have assisted through the change process.
REMEMBER OUR ADVICE IS VERY CHEAP COMPARED TO THE COSTS OF MISTAKES IN DIVERSIFICATION.
Contact our Consultants using the Contact Form on the “Contact Us” page.
