Urban Ag Production, Small-Scale, Beginner Farmer Program

Currently, 50% of Arizona farms have fewer than ten acres of land in their operation, with 88% of the farms earning less than $25,000 in annual sales (USDA, 2017). Many of these farmers are new to agriculture and need assistance with crop production, infrastructure design, business, marketing, and sustainability. We provide education and mentorship to urban, small-scale and beginner farmers so they can build a foundation for success.

Center for Urban Smart Agriculture

Transforming sustainable urban food production through purpose-driven science.

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Planning a Small Farm-Based Business


We walk you through building a comprehensive business plan so you can turn your dream of starting a farm-based business into a successful, sustainable reality. This self-paced learning course covers business topics like conducting market research, budgeting, branding, promotional strategies, and more.

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