Many couples had to cancel their weddings last year because of the pandemic. Down payments were given back to the couples. Venues closed down. Cocktails bars are a thing of the past. Oh, and don't forget, wedding guests can't dance their hearts out on the dance floor now. With social distancing measures still very much in place, a wedding party can't be as fun as before. Or is it?

Accounting is a great career to get into because it pays well, it involves a lot more creative thinking than people realize, and it offers great job opportunities. You have the option of working for an accounting firm, working as an in-house accountant for a business, or even setting up on your own and becoming a self-employed accountant.

But many accountants find that after they get qualified and start working, their careers grind to a halt. If you have experienced this, there are a few simple things you can do to kickstart things.

Do you run an equestrian centre or a boarding facility for horses? Are you going to build a new stall for horses or renovate an existing one? The sort of flooring your stalls might have is one of the most fundamental decisions you will need to make for your equestrian facility. While conventional options are natural soil and wood planks, they can be hard to keep clean. In particular, wood can start to smell like ammonia from urine over time. Today we’re going to talk about horse stall flooring options so you can make the right decision with your renovation.

If you are thinking about starting your own farm or perhaps investing in an existing farm, then it’s important to be aware of the strategies that are used for farming. Intensive farming used to be a key strategy that was used on many farms, but there are signs that this is starting to change. Let’s explore why this is and why it might be true to say that intensive farming is a relic that must remain in the past.

Everyone involved in the world of machinery will need to buy replacement parts at some point. Be it construction equipment, diesel engines, diesel-electric locomotives, mining equipment, industrial gas turbines, or natural gas engines, things wear out and need to be replaced! So, what happens when you require spare parts, what are you supposed to do then?

If you own a farm or live on a homestead, you can increase your functionality and even generate revenue by making use of spare farmland. You don’t need a whole field or acres of empty space to start maximizing its potential either. Often, small pockets of land can be put to great use. For inspiration, take a look at these five ways to make use of spare farmland.

Immersing yourself in the outdoors life might mean shifting your career and becoming a bona fide smallholder. The emergence of Covid-19 has made many people question their motivations, desires and working lives. Some people have now chosen to shun their typical nine to five desk job for a life that is more fulfilling. Purchasing a smallholding that you can make money from is no easy task. Farming is competitive, tricky to master, and even more difficult to make a living from. However, if you want to give the smallholder’s life a go, read on to discover if you have what it takes.

Businesses, organizations and households all over the world are taking steps to embrace greener living. If you run a farm, there are several advantages to going green. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits and offer tips to help you do your bit for the planet.

Farming is an important part of the food industry and is one that has been going for thousands of years with signs of such practices in ancient Egypt as well as other prehistoric societies. It has been an essential method to grow and provide food for a long time; and during this time it has evolved to suit the needs of its customers.

As people begin to wake up to the dire conditions of our planet, the idea of sustainable farming becomes more and more important. You'll already be looking to farm in a sustainable manner, sure, but what other changes can you make?

Today we are going to take a look at some of the simple ways to bring sustainability to your farming practices and to be as eco-friendly as you possibly can.

Sadly, farm theft is on the increase so whether you own a small farm or homestead or a large farm or ranch, you will want to make security a top priority. The best practices below are for anyone, so whether you are an experienced farmer or beginning your farming journey, these are for you.

Keeping a farm is a big feat; you have to be dedicated and committed to the cause, and there seems to be less and less interest and information out there for people who haven’t inherited their farm space or are only just getting into the industry.

A sustainable farm is one that produces food and crops in a way that preserves the local ecosystem. This is so important because without taking a sustainable approach, we run the very real risk of stripping the Earth of its resources and making it almost impossible for the next generation to be able to provide for their needs.

However, making your farm completely sustainable can be a challenge, especially if you were not originally set up that way. However, there are always actions you can take to improve sustainability. Keep reading to find out what they are.

If you have a farm, then you will know how important it is to ensure that your grassland is well maintained. It doesn’t matter whether you plan on raising livestock or whether you just want to keep your fields healthy and well maintained for future use, because there has never been a better time for you to really make a positive change.