Business Development

Planning a farm business is just as important as knowing how to grow plants and animals. Having a clearly written farm business plan can help clarify your goals and work and make you eligible for farm loans. This section of the website provides an overview of what should be included in a business plan, typical farm business structures, and other business development considerations.

Fresh produce available at the North Carolina State Farmers' Market on a fall day.

Business Planning and Development

This page outline elements of a farm business plan and lists resources and templates.

Business Structures

There are multiple legal business structures. It's important to review the elements of multiple types of business structures to make sure that you select the best one for your needs.

How to Form a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC)

Limited Liability Corporations are commonly used in North Carolina for a variety of businesses, including farms. This page outlines topics to consider and the necessary steps to establish an LLC in North Carolina.

Basic Employment Law Topics

There are a variety of things to consider if you want to hire labor to help with your farm business. This page gives an overview of relevant laws and regulations that are important to know about before you hire somebody.