Category Archives: Resources for Beginning Farmers

Gender Differences in Farmer Perspectives on Viability and Impacts of Regulation

Posted on February 21, 2019 by sbhodgso

Women farmers reported significantly less confidence in their ability to make a living farming than their male counterparts By Melissa Pasanen & Beth Holtzman A recent UVM study on the impacts of regulation and agricultural policy on farmers revealed that … Continue reading →

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Staying Competitive in a Maturing Local Food Market

Posted on June 15, 2017 by sbhodgso

By Suzy Hodgson Editor’s Note: This article is adapted from Rose Wilson’s presentation MARKETING 201: Helping Farmers Stay Competitive in a Maturing Market, National Farm Viability Conference, Albany, 2017. “As local food markets mature and competition increases, it’s becoming harder for experienced … Continue reading →

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USDA Extends Dairy Margin Protection Program Sign-Up Deadline

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Women's Agricultural Network

Dairy producers urged to act now to protect their businesses against unpredictable market swings, take advantage of increased protections offered in first year of program. The application deadline for the dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP) will be extended until Dec. … Continue reading →

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