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

What NH Farmers Are Learning About Social Media and What You Can Try Too
This spring, farmers from across New Hampshire came together fora six-week social media for Farmers course. The course aimed to help farmers confident... Learn More
Program Helps New Hampshire Agricultural Community
The University of New Hampshire now offers a free Meat Processing and Food Safety Certificate program, funded by the New Hampshire Department of Agric... Learn More
Tools like ChatGPT offer farmers a way to save time and resources on business marketing
Marketing is one of the least loved and most time-intensive tasks for many direct-to-consumer farms. Maintaining an active online presence requires a ... Learn More

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Resources

Agricultural business website checklist to keep your website running smoothly, make sure it's up to date and offers a good customer experience. Learn More
General food safety guidelines for vendor booths, sampling, selling meat, raw milk and raw milk products, eggs, produce, and prepared foods. Learn More
Learn practical strategies for passing on your farm to the next generation in a way that minimizes taxes and keeps the peace within the family. Learn More
See why prenuptial agreements aren’t just for the rich or famous—they can be a smart move for farmers who want to protect their assets and keep the fa... Learn More
Find out how Medicaid planning impacts your farm assets, what you need to know about look-back periods and disqualification rules, and how to plan acc... Learn More
We’ll demystify the probate process, explaining why it can be lengthy and costly and how to plan to avoid it for a smoother transition of your farm. Learn More