Pequeñas granjas

Robert Hochmuth, Larry Halsey, George Hochmuth, and Linda Landrum

Edward Evans

Jim DeValerio, David Nistler, Robert Hochmuth, and Eric Simonne

Maria Paz Kinslow, Jacob Muller, Daniel Crawford, Raúl Cabezón, Harrison Meekins, Robert Hochmuth, Maria Paz Kinslow, Paul R. Fisher, yWanda L. Laughlin

Manually washing the rhizomes of ginger and turmeric is a labor-intensive process that adds significantly to the cost of final harvested products. Commercially available automatic cleaning equipment makes the postharvest process easier, but only at a price and scale that would benefit large-scale operations. Our objective was to design and test rhizome cleaning equipment aimed at small farmers and to compare this with manual cleaning. This publication describes tips for harvest and presents designs of cleaning equipment that are easy for a small farmer to build and maintain while reducing labor costs.

Kimberly L. Morgan, Kimberly L. Morgan, yJessica M. Ryals
Otros contactos: William A. Messina, Jr.

<p>The purpose of this publication is to look at the other side of the profit equation to explore opportunities for Florida’s small and medium-sized farmers to find ways to improve revenues. We can do this by identifying markets where farmers have some measure of control over how much to charge for their food products. Economists describe markets in which businesses may set their own prices as “imperfectly competitive.” The authors aim to answer these common questions: Why are markets considered imperfect? What does this mean to farmers and buyers? What are the added costs and benefits to farmers who decide to sell into imperfect markets?</p>

Jonathan A. Watson, Danielle Treadwell, Steven Sargent, Jeffrey K. Brecht, yWilliam Pelletier

Every year farmers must harvest their crops. This process marks the end of the growing season and carries social significance in communities, but it also creates challenges for producers trying to deliver fresh, high-quality produce to market. Good postharvest practices establish appropriate cold chains that maintain the correct temperatures, humidity, and respiration rates while also ensuring the safety, sanitation, and quality of the fruits. These postharvest practices differ, depending on the size and economic situation of an operation. This fact sheet provides postharvest storage, packaging, and handling recommendations for small farm specialty crop producers.

Jonathan A. Watson, Danielle Treadwell, Anna Prizzia, yKelli Brew

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet for Commercial audience(s). Published by Food Systems

Steven A. Gaul, Robert C. Hochmuth, Glenn D. Israel, and Danielle Treadwell

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. Published by Farm Economics, entrepreneurship, and management