Content by SDSU Extension
Choosing an Advisory Board
A board of directors is a vital part of the governance and constitution of many corporations. A board of directors is formally involved in the business and is legal responsible for the overall governance of the corporation.
Agritourism
When a producer has decided to sell a product directly from the farm, entertainment or tourism-based activities could be incorporated to create larger appeal. Agritourism could add value to the farm visit though education, entertainment, outdoor recreation, dining, relaxation or other avenues, potentially drawing more customers in.
Roadside Stand
Local food producers have many options when it comes to marketing their locally grown produce. Roadside or farm stands can be either permanent or temporary structures near a road or in a parking lot that sell directly to consumers.
Sample Questions to Ask a Current Business Owner/Operator
If you are thinking of starting a business, it makes sense to ask questions of current business owners in similar fields to give you a sense of owning and operating a business yourself.
Yogurt: A Bright Future for Dairy?
On a percentage growth basis yogurt has clearly been the dairy industry’s shining star.
Harvesting For Maximum Soybean Yields
Numerous studies have been conducted over the last 40 years on soybean combine losses which show that yield loss can be as high as 15 percent.
It's Apple Harvesting Time!
Do you know how to tell when an apple is ready to pick? Color change can be deceiving, since some apples turn red before they are fully ripe.
Portion Size: What It Means
Bigger is better, right? No, not necessarily, especially when discussing portions of your food.
What is the Definition of Leadership?
What is the definition of leadership? If you asked 10 people this question you will probably get 10 different answers.
Agricultural Contracts For Crops
As a crop producer you probably dislike the uncertainty that results from market prices that are determined by forces outside of your control. With domestic economies becoming more interdependent, commodity price movements result from changes in global supply and demand.