First, let me vet myself...CPA in Michigan, work with a lot of small businesses including contractors, have taught up thru the college level, own a farm which falls somewhere in the category between business and expensive hobby.
My first advice would be to scrap any idea of farming at this time. It is simply too expensive to get into and make money. You have no idea of the type and expense of equipment you would need to do it on a scale to make a significant income. If you cannot afford school, you cannot afford to farm. You can farm down the road...like I did...after you find another source of income.
If you have taken the time to learn welding skills, then you have a skill you can sell. May or may not require govt registration, insurance, etc. People who need a crack welded in a mower deck or similar will cheerfully pay you a discounted price. You can also fabricate items and sell them on ebay or at craft shows. Most people who do these things fly under the radar until it starts to roll. Or you can hire yourself as a subcontractor to larger businesses who may cover you under their comp and liability insurance. What you cannot do is start welding jobs that could result in safety issues. All of the above will generate taxable income. You pay the tax (or you don't and roll the dice). The first time you get a 1099, you better have that number on a tax return.
You should seriously look at getting some more education. If folks cannot pay for it, then find another way. I have a couple of nephews who started working out of high school and eventually had classes paid for by employers. Look around and be persistent. But forget about the farming for a bit.
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