VLOG101. Should I go to school if I want to learn how to farm?
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I agree with you but the answer is still unclear. The mantra of finding answers if you're determined enough is good, but direction is necessary.
I think I speak for others who are young or looking for career change, how should I effectively learn how to farm? Comprehensive sources to read or courses to enroll in.
So much is a mystery to me. In the same way you don't enjoy being asked about slugs, would a farm owner I volunteer at really give me the time of day to answer every novice question? If it was a monoculture farm, growing other produce will still be a mystery. Where will I learn relevant information about greenhouses and their use if they don't use them?
People who are serious wanting to start farming are asking you if a course to learn the basics is worthwhile. An answer to that question would be very helpful.
How much microbiology do you teach your interns? Do you give your students access to high end labs and equipment to allow them to observe nutrient exchanges between plants and microbiology or mineralized solids? How much do you teach your students about breeding, cross-pollination, organic chemistry, or genetics?
Having lots of students doesn't diminish the value of an education. Anti-intellectualism like this which discourages people from exploring the depth of modern scientific knowledge is what keeps humanity in the stone age. For every good point you make about farming, you make 10 highly dogmatic terrible libertarian points.
I'd much rather have a flood of well-educated biologists interested but inexperienced future-farmers than a flood of anti-intellectual organic farmers bartering for peoples lawn space.
You also argue from a position of true ignorance when you talk about curriculum setting. I showed this video to multiple members of my family who are involved in curriculum design at various levels of the education system, and they all laughed when you talked out of your ass around 8:40.
An educated person lacking the drive to accomplish the "subgoals" of life will usually end up depressed… same goes for the uneducated. They are equivalent in mental and physical output. The division between them and the rest is in the "can do" and "will do" actions…One talks, one walks. The best education, and the one I convey to my kids, is the act of having relentless effort towards feasible success. "Energy flows where attention goes".. I love that quote (not sure where I heard or read it) but laugh every time I think of it. I do this primarily because I imagine lots of people regularly think of awesome ideas…..while sitting on the couch eating doritos. The draft of attention to an idea is easy for most. The physical action of doing it ceases lots of potential talent. … I could be totally wrong about this being I don't have a college degree in critical thinking, or any other for that matter.. lol Good stuff bud!!! keep them coming…your providing me lots of education I will need very soon.
Preach the truth Curtis!!!
Very well said. I am looking forward to taking one of your classes to learn more. I know I can't this year due to travel expenses and my daughters wedding.
The best way to learn to farm is to go to the feed store and tractor store and talk to the old-timers. YouTube too.
>college meme
You are spot on,…
I totally agree. Have thought this for many years. Thank you for speaking out.
awesome. thank you
One of my favorite videos so far Curtis! I went to college for Culinary Arts/ nutrition. I stopped my schooling earlier then I thought and now I'm driving a concrete mixer making great money doing something I love. I'm following what was shown to me by my grandfather and dad, to work hard and earn what you have! Keep the great videos coming!
who has the money to pay somebody a thousand dollars to then go and work for free for 3 months seriously
Loved this.
I love this video!!! Your a bad ass man!! Great ideas as a 23yr old future farmer im inspired.
Hi Curtis,
How important would you say an apprenticeship is? Do you think it is a critical step for every successful farmer or do you think people can take all the resources available and learn on their own?
Recognising my Scottish privilege.. Its shocking you have to pay for an education. In Scotland the government pay for your tuition fees and even help towards living costs while you study. We still have student loans, but they are much less than what you are saying. No wonder we have so many international student coming across
I think everyone should go to college, but avoid debt at all costs.
Sir I'm had completed my graduation in electronics engineering and how will I start learning in agriculture and what basic knowledge is important for doing in agriculture and food processing
Am I Bsc agriculture agronomy student and I want to learn new technologies and skills of farming and their business management please help me
ya get a like for pushin trades from me bro
Hey in the future I want to be a farmer and I need some advice at this age I am right now so I'm ready for my future in farming
Another question, idk if it's a good one but I need an answer for it, but do I need to do science to do farming?
4 years of agri bachelor degree
Never ever got a chance to se the face of a fucking shovel
Got a piece of land back home but never ever learned hai to fucking farm
Never taught by parents nor by teachers
I am on apne high level of frustration because i am skilless
I would never ever bring up my kids in their comfort zone like i was.
I am in my prime youth without a fucking skill in my hands
I’m still 18 and I started to farm during this pandemic. But ryt now I’m planning what to do next.
I go to a private school but would like to be a farmer
Thank you so much for this video. From a young age we're told to climb the corporate ladder and it becomes more and more clear that if you're not passionate about something specific like STEM it might not be the best investment of time/ money. I've always loved sustainable agriculture and at 21 would love nothing more than to work towards having a small farm and doing work in the community. Thank you!
You've made some really great points however I disagree with your opinion on education necessity. In any industry, farming is about administering business and it's good to know the basics. Things like balance sheet, cash flow, ROI, etc can help you know what direction you're headed.