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Unit 1: Planning and Business Development

By the end of this course, you will be able to…

• help farmers and ranchers critically assess their future.

• assist them through the goal setting process.

• find resources to help farmers and ranchers evaluate new ideas.

• provide guidance to farmers and ranchers as they develop business and marketing plans.

• foster critical thinking and offer risk management advice.

• help farm business owners prepare for a meeting with lenders and seek financing alternatives.

• advise about farm transfer and retirement options.

• more fully appreciate sustainable farm business management principles.

What are your expectations for this course? Do these learning objectives match some of your own goals?

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