Penn State Extension's PA Farm Markets program has created a Retail Farm Market Development workbook for those who are considering starting a farm market or looking to improve an existing market.
Join us for a one-hour webinar on creating an effective business plan, essential for farmers and food business owners seeking to grow or secure funding. Templates will be provided.
Consumer concerns about online shopping continue to exist, deterring more widespread use. To counter these concerns, there are several steps that businesses can take to enhance their online presence and encourage online purchasing.
Responding to online customer communications is a critical component of your business’s online customer care. This video highlights key aspects to ensure high quality interactions.
Of the 1.9 million U.S. farms estimated in the 2022 Census of Agriculture, 1.5% reported being engaged in agritourism and 6% had direct-to-consumer sales.
Finding ways to diversify your income or extend your farming season can be an essential ingredient in ensuring that your business continues to thrive and be sustainable year after year.
Una tarea importante al iniciar una nueva empresa es elaborar un plan de negocios que sea una "hoja de ruta" para guiar el futuro del negocio o la empresa.
Managing Long Term Care costs can be a financial burden on farm families. PA Farm Link has published a guide to help PA families make asset purchases and transfer decisions.
By Sarah Cornelisse, Jeffrey Hyde, Ph.D., Lynn Kime
Value-added agriculture offers important benefits for farmers interested in diversification of their farm operations. This article provides an overview of value-added agriculture and tips for getting started.
Discover growth strategies at this conference including Google, social media, AI marketing, farm funding, grants, retirement, legal tax tips, POS systems, finance apps.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have several possible applications within farm and ag business. This article discusses how AI tools operate, possible uses, limitations, considerations, and tips for using AI.
Multi-peril crop insurance allows you to insure against losses on your farm due to adverse weather conditions, price fluctuations, and unavoidable pests and diseases.