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Business Plan Writing Track

​According to the IRS a business without a business plan is just a hobby.

Annie's Project leader, Dr. Robin Brumfield, knows how to inspire women to create business plans that help drive the future of successful entrepreneurial farms. Jenny Carelo, Agricultural Agent, joins her in teaching this guided writing workshop that will provide you with the skills to craft your plan. The USDA Farm Service Agency also talks about why it's important to have a business plan when applying for financing.

Importance of a business plan for financing

Matt Pavone
Farm Loan Officer
Farm Service Agency (USDA)

AgPlan Website

Jenny Carleo

Agricultural Agent

Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County

SWOT Analysis

Dr. Robin Brumfield

Farm Management Specialist

Rutgers University

Developing a Mission Statement

Jenny Carleo
Agricultural Agent
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County

The Five C's

Timothy Slavin
Business Consultant
Farm Credit East

Be your own CFO

Timothy Slavin
Business Consultant
Farm Credit East

Business Planning

Keith Dickinson
Business Consultant
Farm Credit East

Production Plan

Dr. Robin Brumfield
Farm Management Specialist
Rutgers University

Executive Summary

Jenny Carleo
Agricultural Agent
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County

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