For some people, farming is a joy. But for many, it’s also a way to make money. Farming, of course, gets a bad rap these days. But it turns out that it can still be a highly lucrative business, as long as you’re in the right niche or area. Plus, the industry is always changing: things can change fast, meaning what made money in farming last year probably won’t this year. 

In the following sections, we take a look at some of the best ways to make money from a small farm in 2025. Here are your best options: 

Camping

One option is to open your farm up to camping.  Campsites can generate a lot of money for virtually no outlay, especially when the weather is good. Punters will often arrive from across the country to enjoy the environment. 

Swap Meets

You could also look into offering swap meets. The idea here is for vendors to assemble on your campsite, set up their stalls, and then sell to customers for a minimal fee. 

Sell High-Value Hemp

Finally, you could look into selling high-value hemp products, as long as it is legal to do so in your area. These products are currently in high demand due to the need to manage medical issues or even make new pieces of furniture. A lot of farmers are now cottoning on to the fact that it is a lucrative industry and one that they should look at getting into sooner rather than later. 

See this infographic below for more details.