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. Our program empowers urban, small-scale and beginner farmers to build a foundation for success through educational programming and mentorship.
Announcements
Applications close January 24, 2025 for the Small-Scale and Urban Agriculture Conservationist Certificate and Apprenticeship. Learn more and register.
Resources
Information and Programs for Farmers
Get support and expertise to help you solve your biggest challenges.
Veterans Agricultural Education and Apprenticeship Program
Curriculum and programming for veterans interested in farming.
Educational Materials
Online library full of expert information on getting the most out of your agriculture operation.
Publication Archive
Access over 100 years of Extension publications on topics like horticulture, pest management, plant diseases and so much more.
Farm Finance Videos
Keep track of the dollars and cents so your business can grow with your harvest.
Instructional Videos
Learn how to track weather, maintain your soil, take advantage of programs to help you sell your harvest and so much more.
Urban Ag Hour
Monthly webinars from experts connecting you to research and resources
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-pace learning course covers business topics like conducting market research, budgeting, branding, promotional strategies and more.
