* Planting and harvesting crops
* Breeding and raising livestock
* Producing dairy products
* Producing eggs
* Producing honey
* Producing maple syrup
* Producing wool
* Operating a nursery
* Operating a greenhouse
* Operating a vineyard
* Operating an orchard
* Operating a farm stand
* Operating a farmers market
* Providing custom farming services
Non-farm activities are all other activities that are not directly related to the production of agricultural products, including but not limited to:
* Retail trade
* Wholesale trade
* Manufacturing
* Transportation
* Utilities
* Construction
* Finance
* Insurance
* Real estate
* Services
* Government
* Education
* Healthcare
* Arts
* Entertainment
* Recreation
The distinction between farm and non-farm activities is important for a number of reasons, including:
* Taxation: Farms are often eligible for special tax breaks and credits that are not available to non-farm businesses.
* Regulation: Farms are often subject to different regulations than non-farm businesses.
* Financing: Farms may have access to different sources of financing than non-farm businesses.
* Data collection: The government collects data on farm and non-farm activities separately, which can be used to track trends and make政策decisions.
The distinction between farm and non-farm activities can be blurred in some cases. For example, a farmer who also operates a retail store may not be sure which activities should be classified as farm activities and which should be classified as non-farm activities. In these cases, it is important to consult with a tax advisor or other expert to determine the best way to classify the activities.