The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, in collaboration with the New York Farm Viability Institute, ...

Outside the weekly workshop sessions, you’ll complete individual work to give you a clear perspective on planning farm projects and moving forward with confidence! Participants will have the ...

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, in collaboration with the New York Farm Viability Institute (NYFVI) ...

This is a time of tremendous opportunity in farming and ranching for beginners looking to start a venture of their own.

Starting a farm part-time is achievable with the right approach. Begin by selecting crops or livestock that fit your available time and resources. Start small, focusing on high-demand, low-maintenance ...

The Foundation for Agricultural and Rural Resources Management and Sustainability (FARRMS) has announced the return of its ...

Beginning farmers and ranchers face a plethora of problems early on. Burnout and failure rates run high. Financial stability challenges often hit within the first 1-5 years of operation. Cash flow and ...

The state of Minnesota is looking for farmers who lease to beginning farmers. Applications for the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit will go live on the first day of the new year, according to a recent ...

In June 2025, the Linking Agriculture and Aquaculture Farm Vitality and Health Forum was held to connect agriculture, aquaculture, and health care community members and to discuss the physical, ...

We explore the challenges and strategies of starting a farm using borrowed funds, highlighting budgeting, planning, and risk ...

But regardless of the crop or market, farming depends on land access. If land ownership is the preferred route, funding will have to come from savings, bootstrapping, investors/partners, or loans.