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Michael Fields Agricultural Institute
Training course: Tilling the Soil: Entrepreneurial Training for Agricultural Business Owners

Place:
Michael Fields Agricultural Institute, Wisconsin, USA
Training language:
English
Dates:
Over the course of 5 Saturdays: January 13th, February 3rd and 10th, and March 3rd and 10th.
Duration:
Classes will meet from 9a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost:
$250 with $750 grant.
Funding: Pay only $250 of the $1000 tuition when you complete an approved  business plan within three months of the final class date and  receive a Wisconsin  Department of Commerce grant.
Target groups and admission requirements: Those thinking of starting an agriculture related business.
Training objectives: A complete business plan development course that will set you on the path to success and sustainability in your agriculture-related business.  
Certified NxLeveL agribusiness educators will teach you how to 
  • Take stock of your resources
  • Conduct planning and research
  • Understand legal issues
  • Manage your business
  • Market your products and services
  • Create a budget
  • Prepare financial statements
  • Cultivate resources
  • Harvest growth for your future
Training program: Each  morning and afternoon session features an instructional period, an expert speaker, and a time for discussion and application of new knowledge.Expert speakers typically include bankers, attorneys, consultants, accountants, insurance agents, and successful  entrepreneurs.

Contact details:
Michael Fields Agricultural Institute
W2493 County Rd ES
PO Box 990 East Troy,
WI 53120
USA
Phone:
262-472-3217
Fax:
262-472-1600
Email: ask-sbdc@uww.edu

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