EXTERNAL RESOURCES
Helpful resources to help farms and food producers grow, find opportunities and connect.
A variety of opportunities are available to farmers and food producers throughout the year. These federal, state, regional and non-profit organization grants target specific needs.
Find information about the best practices for handling, storing and preparing food to prevent food-borne illnesses, and resources for certifications.
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Find information about some of the businesses and groups who can assist food producers.
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Many organizations link farmers with land opportunities, whether for purchase or lease, as well as assisting landowners wanting to keep their land in farming.
There is a wide variety of job opportunities in agribusiness – on farms, in production, at nonprofit organizations, in culinary, and more - and there are resources to assist job seekers.
Learn about the laws and governance covering minimum wage requirements, unemployment, workers compensation and the Fair Labor Standard Act.
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Several organizations support farmers, and agribusinesses to promote inclusive and efficient food systems and improve their access to markets, create decent employment and make nutritious food available.
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Learn about projects which can assist and inform the inclusion of healthy, nutritious locally grown products in school food programs.
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