While the internet is awash with articles on how farming is profitable, few give a true picture of the challenges farmers face in producing food. When done right, farming is profitable. However, the factors that determine whether a farming enterprise is profitable or not, may not be within the control of the farmer. It is these outside forces that can pose the biggest challenge to a farming business. 1. Unpredictable weather Weather is an important factor in farming. More so in Africa, where rainfed agriculture is practiced the most. The weather can have a direct impact on crops and livestock yields, the quality of produce, and the ability to market products to customers. In addition, if bad weather occurs at harvest time then many farms face financial ruin as they struggle to save crops from rot or pest damage. However, predicting the weather has become increasingly difficult in recent years. Many farmers have found that they can no longer rely on traditional weather forecasting
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