Financing Your Farm

Financing Your Farm

Financing is a major barrier to many new farmers. This panel will provide an overview of some of the different types of financing options and programs for new farmers and the requirements for them. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions of the representatives from different financing institutions and organizations (such as Fair Finance Fund and Community Futures Ontario).

Assembling Your Business Plan

Assembling Your Business Plan

A business plan is an essential tool in communicating your farm business’ needs, goals and challenges and is often used to secure financing, make sound decisions and keep your plans on track. This workshop will provide a business plan outline and provide tips and ideas about how best to incorporate farm-specific components.