Business Development
We provide programs, tools, resources and expertise both local and statewide addressing business development and improvement, specializing in the areas of agriculture and agribusiness.

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WHO IS THIS APPLICATION FOR: active-duty military, military veterans, their families, and the general public that are new/beginning farmers or ranchers.
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Does your ranch suffer from drought? Do you need better strategies during and after the drought? This course will increase your understanding of drought management strategies.
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Learn how to write a business plan for a farm or food business with real-world business plan examples included. This course will introduce you to business planning basics for farm and food enterprises in order to help you develop your business plan.
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This online course will introduce employees, managers, and directors to the need for education in a cooperatively owned business.
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Do you want to learn more about land management? Are you a new landowner? This course is perfect for new landowners looking for wildlife, livestock, forages, and land stewardship education. It will help you learn basic land management concepts as you begin to make decisions about their land.
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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.
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This course is for Texas landowners and focuses on oil and gas law, which is undoubtedly big business in Texas. If you are interested in more than one agricultural law topic, be sure to check out our Owning Your Piece of Texas course before purchasing this course.
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Texas A&M University and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service faculty produced and taught this four-day workshop in Fall 2023 that targeted new or inexperienced ranchers and landowners.
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Immerse yourself in the ever-evolving realm of vine cultivation and wine expertise!
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Immerse yourself in the field of viticulture and wine science! Whether your interest lies in grape growing, winemaking, or both, this flexible, self-paced certificate offers avenues to align with your passions and career goals. Texas is one of the fastest-growing wine regions in the United States, and this certificate program will provide expert guidance, practical skills, and the hands-on experience needed to succeed.