Resources for New and Beginning Farmers
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How Do I Turn My Land Into a Farm – This article is a good starting point for those wanting to start a farm.
Growing Your Local Food Business in North Carolina, A Guide to Laws and Regulations – Carolina Farm Stewardship Association, A guide written for beginning and established farmers to help them understand the many federal and state laws and regulations that govern the production and sale of local foods. Specific sections provide outline requirements for farm-scale production and sale of meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, raw fruits, & vegetables, honey, and low-risk manufactured foods (e.g., pickles and jams).
Growing Small Farms – Growing Small Farms is a website dedicated to providing educational materials as well as resources for Small Farmers.
N.C. Cooperative Extension New and Beginning Farmer Website – There is growing interest in the exploration of farming as a new career in North Carolina and around the country. Much, though not all, of that interest stems from women and men of all ages that have no farming experience, but also captures farmers with up to ten years of experience who are working to develop their business. This page is a starting point, since aspiring farmers can glean resources and knowledge from other areas of this web portal.
AgPlan – Center for Farm Financial Management – AgPlan is powerful website developed to help rural businesses develop a business plan. AgPlan is free of charge for anyone to use individually or in educational programs. AgPlan was developed by the Center for Farm Financial Management at the University of Minnesota.
RAFI – How and Why to Get a Farm Number – This post from rafi explains what a Farm Number is and the benefits of having one.
What Do I Do With My Land Infographic – Niche Meat – This guide is designed to help new farmers who are interested in getting involved in meat production. The goal is to provide information regarding land size, costs, equipment requirements, and other factors that can influence a farmer‘s choice in livestock species and operation type. For further resources and guidance contact your local Extension Agent.
USDA Insurance Policy for Farms that Sell Locally – USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) created this new policy based on research directed by the 2018 Farm Bill, and it includes feedback from producers who grow for their local communities. The policy will be available beginning with the 2022 crop year.