Agriculture business ideas for people who work out and about
28 ideas
If you would rather spend your days on the road, on farms or on the water than behind a desk, these 28 agriculture ideas are worth a look. They range from hauling work such as mulch and soil delivery by truck and trailer, to skilled trades such as mobile farrier shoeing and trimming, to hands-on ideas like live bee removal from walls and buildings.
Small flock sheep shearer
Shear sheep for hobby farms and small flocks near you, paid per animal, mostly in spring.
- $800-3k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Travelling contract sheep shearer
Travel a seasonal circuit of farms and ranches, shearing flocks of all sizes for a fee per head.
- $3k-12k
- Full-time
- Out and about
Hay and bedding delivery service
Buy hay and shavings from local growers and deliver to horse owners and small farms.
- $3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Feed and bedding delivery service
Deliver feed, hay and shavings to farms, stables and homes in your area, with no storefront.
- $5k-25k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Tree planting and woodland thinning contractor
Plant seedlings, thin crowded stands and clear brush for private landowners and foresters with hand tools and chainsaws.
- $2.5k-12k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Forestry mulching and land clearing
Clear brush and small trees for landowners with a skid steer or tracked machine and a mulching head, leaving the wood as mulch.
- $60k-250k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Local vegetable wholesale delivery route
Buy vegetables in bulk from farms or terminal markets and deliver to restaurants, caterers and small grocers.
- $8k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Feeder calf and stocker trader
Buy calves at local sales or from farms and resell them to ranchers and feedlots for a margin.
- $40k-200k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile farrier for local horse owners
Drive to barns and backyards to trim and shoe horses on a regular schedule.
- $12k-50k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Weekend barefoot trimming for local barns
Trim barefoot horses at a few nearby barns on evenings and weekends.
- $800-4k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Mobile farm parts and supply delivery
Deliver common parts, tools and supplies straight to farms in your county, and help with fitting and fixes.
- $8k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Contract spraying for farms and landowners
Spray weeds and pests on pasture and small crop fields for owners who lack the equipment or license.
- $4k-20k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Brush, pasture and fence-line mowing
Cut overgrown fields, pastures and fence lines for farms and rural landowners with a tractor and rotary cutter.
- $8k-40k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Custom tillage, planting and hay baling
Prepare ground, plant and bale hay for small farms that don't own all the machinery they need.
- $15k-75k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mobile milking equipment service and parts
Drive to dairy farms to service milking systems and supply parts, from a van stocked with common wear items.
- $15k-60k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Small-boat shrimper selling off the dock
Trawl or skim for shrimp from a small day boat and sell the catch to buyers, restaurants and the public.
- $20k-100k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Seasonal spot prawn trap fisher
Fish traps for spot prawns in a short Pacific season and sell them live or fresh at a premium.
- $15k-75k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Bee swarm catcher
Collect honeybee swarms from yards and trees on call and rehome them in your own hives.
- $300-1.5k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Live bee removal from walls and buildings
Remove established bee colonies from walls, roofs and sheds, then rehome them alive.
- $3k-12k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mulch and soil delivery by truck and trailer
Buy bulk mulch and soil from local producers and deliver it by the yard to homeowners and small landscapers.
- $3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Independent crop inputs sales rep
Visit local farms and sell fertilizer and crop protection products for a distributor or dealer, earning commission.
- $2k-10k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Mobile farm equipment repair
Drive to farms and repair tractors and machinery on site, so farmers avoid costly downtime and hauling.
- $8k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Farm fertilizer delivery dealer
Buy fertilizer and soil products from a wholesaler and deliver bagged or tote orders to local farms and growers.
- $8k-40k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Sod delivery and supply service
Buy sod from local farms and deliver it to homeowners, landscapers and builders in your area.
- $3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
About these ideas
Most suit people who are comfortable with physical work, weather and irregular hours. Before you pick one, think about the equipment you already own, how far you are willing to drive, and whether local demand is steady or seasonal. Check licensing, insurance and any permits that apply in your state and county, since requirements vary a lot between places and trades.
More ideas
- Small-load topsoil delivery by trailer
- Bulk topsoil delivery by dump truck
- Small oyster farm
- Mobile farrier: shoeing and trimming
Questions
What should I check before starting a mobile agriculture business?
Check your state and county rules on licenses, permits and commercial vehicle use, plus what insurance you need for your equipment, animals or customers' land. It also helps to talk to likely customers first to confirm there is real demand nearby.
Do I need my own land or a big upfront investment?
Not always. Many out-and-about ideas, such as delivery work, bee removal or farrier services, rely on a vehicle and tools rather than land. Costs still vary, so price out equipment, fuel, insurance and maintenance before committing.
How do I find customers for a mobile farm service?
Start locally. Ask farms, barns, feed stores and neighbors, join regional agricultural groups, and list your service online with your coverage area. Word of mouth often matters most, so reliable work and clear pricing can help you get repeat jobs.