Agricultural Business Management

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The Business of Agriculture


No matter the focus of your operation, having a strong foundation for your business is key for its sustainability. Farming has numerous challenges, amongst these is the ability to derive a profit. Often, producers prefer production over business management, yet to succeed, a focus on business management topics is essential.

Our team assists agricultural businesses in the areas of business planning, financial management, marketing and viability. We work with entrepreneurs to make informed decisions to help them achieve their goals and reduce risks. Click on the links below to drill down to specific business management topics and make the most of the time you spend behind the desk!


Agricultural Law & Taxation

Information on business structures, food labelling, and laws to be aware of.
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Financial Record Keeping

Information on record-keeping and accounting  

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Farm Estate & Succession Planning

Information on farm transfers including trusts, wills, gifting and conservation as well as holistic management and financial planning

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Labor & Personnel Training

Information on recruiting, hiring, and retaining farm labor

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Agricultural Marketing & Sales

Information on sales channels, branding, consumer research and marketing

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Articles

NH Farm and Meatpacking Workers Eligible for Grant Funds
The Farm and Food Workers Relief Program is accepting applications from those who worked in the agricultural sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. New ... Learn More
Advice for farmers who have been using 2021 QuickBooks Desktop software
This blog post provides a comprehensive guide for farmers using QuickBooks Desktop 2021, detailing the implications of the software’s discontinuation,... Learn More
An accurate and up-to-date Google Business™ Profile is a free, essential marketing tool for all farm businesses
An accurate and up-to-date Google Business™ Profile is a free, essential marketing tool for all farm businesses Learn More

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Resources

Our Farmers are Struggling, Farmer mental health challenges can result in loss of life, reduced ability to perform farm duties, lowered farmer quality... Learn More
The short and sweet of farm employment law in New Hampshire Learn More
Preparing a loan application can be daunting and puzzling. The Loan Readiness Toolkit aims to make the process more clear, transparent, and supportive... Learn More
Cultivating Farm Experiences is a four-part Zoom webinar series that examines agritourism. Each session focuses on the different aspects of incorporat... Learn More
Defines what an intern is and conditions at work. Learn More
Defines salary, eligibility and tips for identifying when to pay salary on the farm. Learn More