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PSE 269 - So You Want to Farm in Maine

Students will learn about various aspects of farm business planning and management. This will include how to evaluate farm enterprises, enterprise budgets and other financial tools, business plan frameworks, how to assess farm characteristics (e.g. soil quality, buildings and infrastructure, labor needs), climate change risk management planning, and marketing strategies.  Successful completion of this course qualifies students for USDA Farm Service Agency Borrower Training Credit.

Prerequisites: AVS 145 o PSE 100 or PSE 105 or permissionF

Course Typically Offered: Fall

Credits: 1