Marketing
Agribusiness Development
Upcoming Events |
A Successful Season: A Training Opportunity for
Farmers Market Managers & Vendors |
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Food Marketing in the Real World
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| Agritourism Networking Association Annual Winter Conference |
| Registration form and agenda on www.ncagr.gov/agritourism |
Agribusiness Fact: North Carolina's agriculture industry, including food, fiber and forestry, contributes over $66 billion annually to the state's economy, accounts for nearly ¼ of the state's income, and employs over 20% of the work force.
If you have questions or need assistance in planning, expansion, financing or site location for new or existing agribusiness related industries, please give the NCDA & CS a call. We will be glad to assist by providing assistance or directing you to the appropriate authority.
Starting a Food Business (http://ncagr.gov/fooddrug/food/foodbiz.htm)
A step-by-step guide to what you need to know to start a food business in NC. Also includes links to other, relevant NC agencies.
NCDA&CS Small Dairy Pasteurizer Loan Program
The pasteurizer loan program is designed to assist farm-based entrepreneurs in entering the market and increasing profits. Participant farms will allow for NCDA&CS personnel to track production and sales to determine the business viability of small-scale value added dairy production in the state.
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