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Old 02/26/13, 09:10 PM
 
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I agree with slamonslayer, hiring out for local odd jobs and farm labor is a really excellent solution. 1) It's likely these are things you are already doing on your own farm, so you'll have the tools and experience, and will be able to better factor costs and scheduling. 2) You can often work out bargain arrangements for these services that may be more profitable in your situation than standard wages (i.e. free firewood in exchange for lot maintenance, or free milk for dairy labor). 3) While working, you may discover a ready market, either cash or barter, for items you have or need (i.e. you find out someone is looking for fresh eggs while you're mending their fence). 4) You often don't need to aggressively market either your product or service, a flyer or two at the post office or feed store and word of mouth can eaily keep you in business if you're reliable and do a couple of good jobs. 5) Doesn't normally require as much travel, inventory and logistics as some other forms of supplementary income (like fleamarkets, craft fairs, eBay).
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