Finance & Funding

The Finance and Funding Working Group set out these priority strategies to implement the regional goal and objectives developed at the Farm Route to Prosperity Summit, February 24, 2009:
 

• Establish a high-visibility Web location for comprehensive information about financing opportunities and support services for local food and farm businesses.
• Conduct a meat processing facility feasibility study.

 
UpNorth Food and Farming: Resources for Northern Michigan's Agricultural Sector
from the NW Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center
Financial Resources, links to agencies and companies offering loans, grants and business development assistance. 
 
USDA Know your Food, Know your Farmer Blog
This resource offers simple guides and links to programs that small growers can access for technical assistance, loans and grants.