Starting a Sustainable Agriculture Business

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

This 3-page publication explains how sustainable agriculture takes into account multiple aspects of selling an agricultural product. This publication offers start-up tips and a list of resources for further information.

Sustainable agriculture takes into account economic, environmental, and social aspects of selling an agricultural product. This publication explains the steps you need to take to create a sustainable agriculture business, including setting goals, creating business and production plans, implementing the plans, and monitoring performance. It also offers start-up tips and a list of resources for further information. (3 pages)

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