Are you thinking about creating a Value-Added Product (VAP) but unsure where to start?
What exactly qualifies as a value-added product, and who determines its value? Can you sell it, and what factors should you consider before launching a value-added business?
Join our free self-paced course “Starting a Value-Added Local Food Enterprise,” designed for both new and experienced farmers looking to diversify their operations. The course is divided into five modules that cover everything from understanding what makes a product “value-added” to conducting market research, product development, branding, and managing your enterprise. Each module features expert insights, helpful resources, and guided assignments to help you create a successful value-added product plan.
This self-paced, flexible course allows you to learn at your own speed, revisit topics as needed, and apply new ideas as your enterprise evolves. Produced by the New Entry Sustainable Farming Project and the Massachusetts Agricultural Innovation Center, the course offers practical tools and real-world guidance to help you succeed in value-added production.