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> Most small farmers I know have modest incomes or less.

I guess that depends on your perspective. As a small farmer, the per-hour income is incredible, putting my earning potential as a developer to shame. But it doesn't require many hours of my time.

> Many also need to work another job.

Since it doesn't require many hours of my time, it seems reasonable to spend that time doing something else. Sitting around watching TV all day would get old pretty fast.