Advanced Techniques for Sustained Marketing Success of Team Farmers

Project Overview

FNC04-515
Project Type: Farmer/Rancher
Funds awarded in 2004: $17,146.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2006
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $21,180.00
Region: North Central
State: Minnesota
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Annual Reports

Commodities

  • Agronomic: oats, grass (misc. perennial), hay
  • Vegetables: beets
  • Animals: poultry, sheep

Practices

  • Animal Production: mineral supplements, grazing - rotational, feed/forage
  • Education and Training: demonstration, display, farmer to farmer, focus group, mentoring, on-farm/ranch research, study circle, workshop, technical assistance
  • Farm Business Management: whole farm planning, cooperatives, marketing management
  • Production Systems: holistic management
  • Sustainable Communities: new business opportunities, community services, employment opportunities
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