[header] How to start a small farm business [title] Do market research. [step] Just because you have a great idea in your head doesn't mean it will be profitable. Study the demand in your area so you know what crops or livestock people are most likely to buy. 
[substeps] Government agricultural departments collect statistics, and can be a good place for you to start. You also might want to look at information from university agricultural departments, as well as industry publications and websites.