March 11, 2010
Kutztown SBDC: Agribusiness Consulting
Based on years of assisting the PA Department of Agriculture and consulting with numerous food producers on a wide variety of concerns, the Kutztown University SBDC is prepared to help agribusinesses in our service territory with the many challenges facing processors.
Kutztown University SBDC Agribusiness Tools:
Check List for Start-up Ag Processors
Web Resources for Agribusiness
Pennsylvania food and agricultural processors can access the following services and assistance:
• Expand markets
• Develop new distributors
• Understand consumption trends
• Research new products & competition
• Review product pricing & profitability
• Explore export markets
• Assist in setting up an advisory board
• Help prepare you for an angel or venture capital presentation
• Create marketing and strategic plans
• Analyze your website
• Network with production assistance
• Form focus groups for customer input and taste testing
• Understand food service distribution and pricing dynamics
• Researching relevant national and regional food shows
• Accessing grants for exporting and public sector financing for plant expansion
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Client Success Story
Scott and Kristen Hertzog
Hertzog Homestead Bed and Breakfast
When Scott and Kristen Hertzog started a bed & breakfast out of their home in 2004, they only had two rooms dedicated to guests. Now with new renovations of their barn, the Hertzog's hopes are expanding along with their business.
Presently, the Hertzog Homestead is reaching new numbers of guests; the Hertzogs are beginning a journey of converting their vacant barn into bed & breakfast suites. KU SBDC is helping them reach this peak through consulting and financial guidance. Read More
