Farmers

Farm to School and early care programs support local farmers, children and local economic growth. Selling to institutional markets can give farmers a predictable, stable source of income. 

Here are some useful tools to help farmers succeed in this market.

On-farm GAPs Education Program — Get help writing your on-farm food safety plan and putting it into practice, as well as preparing for Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) audits.

Agricultural Business — Producers face uncertain markets and narrow margins. Our programs, software, and tools teach producers and professionals about: risk management, marketing plans, transferring your business to the next generation, and agricultural policy questions.

Commercial Fruit and Vegetable Production — Find research on how to refine your production and marketing practices to produce healthy safe foods and enhance profitability.

Small Farms — Minnesota has seen a sharp rise in small farms. To serve these farmers, the Small Farms team provides education in crop and livestock production, natural resources conservation, and business management to enhance the sustainability of Minnesota's small farms.