Agriculture business ideas you can run out and about
29 ideas
These 30 agriculture ideas suit people who would rather work on farms, in fields and on country roads than behind a desk. Some are skilled trades, such as a mobile farrier round or a small flock and hobby farm shearer.
Part-time sheep, goat and calf trader
Buy lambs, kids or calves from local farms and sell them on to other farms, with a trailer and a good eye.
- C$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Feeder cattle dealer
Buy and sell feeder cattle between ranches, backgrounders and feedlots, earning the margin on each load.
- C$100k-500k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Mobile milking equipment service and parts
Drive to dairy farms to install, service and repair milking systems, and supply the parts they need.
- C$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Mobile farrier: shoeing and trimming at the barn
Drive to stables and farms to trim hooves and make and fit horseshoes for horse owners.
- C$4k-20k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Full-time honey farm with wholesale
Run dozens of hives across several sites and sell honey and wax to shops, restaurants and online customers.
- C$15k-70k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Feed and bedding delivery round
Deliver bagged feed and bedding to farms and stables on a regular route, with no shop to rent.
- C$5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Bulk mulch and soil delivery service
Buy mulch, bark and soil from producers and deliver it by the load to gardeners and landscapers.
- C$8k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Farm and rural fencing contractor
Install livestock, paddock and boundary fencing for farms and acreages.
- C$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Mobile farrier round
Drive to barns and farms to trim and shoe horses on a regular 6 to 8 week cycle.
- C$25k-70k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Part-time hoof trimming service
Trim horses' hooves for small barns and hobby owners near you, alongside another job.
- C$1.5k-5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Local farm produce supplier to restaurants
Buy from nearby growers and deliver fresh produce in bulk to restaurants, cafés and caterers.
- C$5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Hay and bedding delivery service
Buy hay and bedding from growers and mills, then deliver to horse owners and small farms nearby.
- C$2k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Small flock and hobby farm shearer
Shear sheep for hobby farms and small flocks in your area once or twice a year, paid per animal.
- C$800-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Travelling contract sheep shearer
Travel between farms in shearing season, shearing larger flocks on contract and paid per animal.
- C$2k-8k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Firewood delivery by truck and trailer
Cut, split and season wood, then deliver it by the cord to local homes with wood stoves and fireplaces.
- C$3k-12k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Local egg delivery to cafes, bakeries and shops
Source fresh local eggs from registered producers and deliver them weekly to cafes, bakeries, shops and homes.
- C$1.5k-7.5k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Custom crop and field spraying service
Spray herbicides, fungicides or fertilizer for local farms that don't own or want to run a sprayer.
- C$40k-200k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Rural mowing and brush cutting service
Mow pastures, ditches and fence lines, and clear brush for farms and rural landowners with a tractor and cutter.
- C$20k-60k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Tree planting and brushing crew
Lead a small seasonal crew planting, thinning and brushing forest blocks under contract to licensees and landowners.
- C$3k-15k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Woodlot thinning and harvesting contractor
Thin and selectively harvest private woodlots for landowners using a chainsaw, small equipment and a truck.
- C$5k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Used farm equipment and attachments dealer
Buy, check and resell used tools, implements and attachments to farmers who want good machines at lower prices.
- C$15k-75k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Local vegetable supplier to restaurants and shops
Buy vegetables from farms and the wholesale market, then deliver to local restaurants, caterers and grocers.
- C$8k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Honeybee swarm collection on call
Collect honeybee swarms from yards and trees in spring and summer, then rehome them in your own hives.
- C$500-2.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Live bee removal from buildings
Remove established honeybee colonies from walls, roofs and sheds, and rehome them alive.
- C$3k-12k
- Part-time
- Out and about
About these ideas
Others rely on a good truck and equipment, like firewood delivery by truck and trailer or a rural mowing and brush cutting service. Start by thinking about your travel radius, since fuel, vehicle wear and time on the road shape your real earnings. Check what training, licences or certifications a service such as crop spraying might need, and what insurance your clients will expect. Seasonality matters too: many rural jobs peak in a few months, so plan for quieter periods. Talk to a few local farmers before you buy equipment.
More ideas
- Local fertilizer and soil product delivery
- Sod delivery supplier for homes and landscapers
- Mobile farm equipment repair
- Seed stall at markets and local shops
- Independent crop inputs sales agent
Questions
What should I check before starting a mobile farm service in Canada?
Check what training or certification your service needs, which can vary by province and by work such as spraying. Also look at vehicle and equipment insurance, liability cover, and whether clients expect proof of coverage before you start.
How do I find my first customers for rural, on-the-road work?
Start with word of mouth. Visit local farms, feed stores, equine clinics and co-ops, and ask neighbours who they already hire. A reliable first few jobs often lead to referrals, so check what local people say is missing before pricing your service.
Do I need to worry about seasons and weather in agriculture work?
Yes, it is worth planning for. Many outdoor farm services are busier in certain seasons and slow in others. Check whether you can add a complementary service, such as firewood in winter, and keep some savings to cover quiet months.