Entrepreneurship

Program or resource is specific to or specifically inclusive of instruction or assistance in entrepreneurship.

This is a list of frequently asked questions faced by many new and aspiring farmers when trying to launch a farm enterprise. Questions cover topics such as getting farming experience; finding a farm or farmland; and developing a land use plan or a business plan.

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This guide is a "one stop shop" for small- and medium-scale producers in Pennsylvania, whether they are beginners in search of business planning help or seasoned growers wanting to diversify their business through the creation of value-added enterprises.

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Describes how agricultural businesses can use YouTube to appeal to customers, how YouTube works, and how it can be integrated with other forms of social media.

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Provides advice about how to utilize Twitter as a business tool to connect with customers and find information. Describes applications and features and gives user tips.

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Provides advice about how to use Facebook to market an agricultural business and products. Describes the benefits of using Facebook and actions to avoid.

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Access hundreds of publications, fact sheets, workbooks and other resources on small business management areas such as Leading Your Company, Growing Your Business, Exporting and Importing, Running a Business, Business Law and Regulations, Getting Out, Industry Guides and Common Business Documents and Forms.

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This site offers tutorials, videos, and links to people who can help you develop your farm plans.

Work through the following topics in order to get a solid foundation for your farm plans. Complete the online worksheets in the tutorials to apply concepts to your situation and create a written farm plan.

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AgPlan helps rural business owners develop a business plan. Everyone can use AgPlan—for FREE. Develop your own business plan, Learn what you need to include in your plan with tips and resources, View Sample business plans for ideas, Share your plan—print, download and work with your own reviewers. Requires registration.

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"There is a growing movement within the United States to get back to the land—to start developing hands-on, land-based careers. The faces of new farmers vary widely, from young college graduates to others who are starting a second career or simply retiring into farming.

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Dairy farmers can add value to their milk by processing and marketing their own products, such as cheeses, yogurt, butter, ice cream, and farm-bottled milk. Many consumers are willing to pay a premium for locally produced, high-quality, farmstead dairy products; organic certification may further enhance the market potential.

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