Intel for Ag – Intel for Ag helps producers explore basic factors to consider before adding a new agricultural enterprise to their farms. With this information, producers can make well-informed decisions about how to diversify and maintain sustainable farm enterprises. … Continued
The National Resource Guide for Producers is a starting point for navigating changes with federal funding and programming. The resources are for agricultural producers of all sizes and scales, with a focus on resources available nationwide. PNW Producer Resource Guide … Continued
Are you a small-scale farmer or food-based entrepreneur struggling to find the sweet spot between profit and customer satisfaction? Join the Heartland Regional Food Business Center for this dynamic webinar where we’ll demystify the art of pricing your products. Dr. … Continued
Running a rural grocery store is tough, and at times, isolating. Many grocers value learning from each other and want more opportunities to connect. To help bridge this gap, RGI will be facilitating Rural Grocery Peer Groups. By providing space for … Continued
The “Stronger Together” resource guide to help rural communities build strategies to boost local economic development has been translated into Spanish. The guide, developed by EDA and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, outlines programs and services that can be used … Continued
This guide from the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition provides an in-depth look at dozens of federal programs and policies most important to sustainable agriculture. It details how they can be accessed by farmers, ranchers, and grassroots organizations nationwide. URL: Visit … Continued
Use Ag Plan to develop your own business plan. Learn what you need, view sample plans, share with reviewers. AgPlan was developed by the Center for Farm Financial Management. URL: Visit resource
Use this comprehensive USDA guide to learn about and navigate resources and services in support of local and regional food systems. URL: Visit resource
This program is designed to provide technical assistance and training for small rural businesses. Small means that the business has fewer than 50 new workers and less than $1 million in gross revenue. URL: Visit resource
This program supports independently owned meat and poultry processing businesses with funds to provide more and better processing options for local livestock producers by modernizing, increasing, diversifying and decentralizing meat and poultry processing capacity, including support for rendering. URL: Visit … Continued