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It is critical to educate yourself on your farming enterprise of choice. It is important to research all aspects of producing and marketing the food and fiber products that interest you.
Utah State University Extension Courses
Description: USU Extension offers a range of online courses designed to enhance your understanding of agriculture, such as Evaluating Profitable Agriculture Enterprises, Beginning Urban Farmer Training, Cut Flower Diseases, Chickens from Start to Finish, and Tractor and Machinery Safety Instructor Training.
Utah State University Extension Resources
Description: A wide range of publications and information on all aspects of farming, gardening, ranching, etc.
Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) — Outreach Publications
Description: A wide range of informational resources on sustainable agriculture, as well as competitive grants that help farmers innovate.
The National Center for Appropriate Technology
Description: A wide range of publications and information on all aspects of agricultural production and marketing.
Edible-Alpha Learning Center — Food Finance Institute
Description: Having the right resources, information, and benchmarks can be the difference between success and failure. Find help building a profitable and impactful food or farm business.
Land Stewardship Project — New Farmers
Description: Works to ensure future generations of stewardship-minded farmers are successfully established. Visit this page for more information on its “Farm Beginnings Class.”
Agriculture Safety Education
Description: Find information to stay safe in all agricultural industries. Resources are available to help you avoid hazards associated with working in production-based agriculture. Tips and training resources are available for livestock handling, tractor, agricultural machinery, disaster preparedness, personal protective gear, and other topics.
Resources for Small Farms
Description: Educational programming and research-based information focused on small-acreage farms and food developers in Utah, including plants, animals, equipment, value-added, and organics.
Fresh Produce Resources
Description: Information and downloadable factsheets are available on fruit and vegetable production, season extension, and cut flower production.
Crop Resources
Description: Information and downloadable factsheets are available about crop planting, harvesting, tillage, irrigation, pests, weeds, and more.
Utah State University College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Description: Explore programs that can expand your knowledge in agriculture. With a variety of 78 degrees, over 30 certificate programs, and access to more than $1,000,000 in scholarships, there are ample opportunities to advance your learning.