The goal of the HARVEST Database is to equip those within local food systems with helpful resources. We hope these resources plant the seed of knowledge and opportunity that grow into a thriving system that benefits our communities. This will result in a harvest of relationships and local food that enriches the lives of growers and consumers. Illinois Farm Bureau sees the value in local foods and strives to assist those who also invest in their community. Resources vary across many fields and include grant applications, how to best utilize social media, regulation guidelines, and much more.
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Resources related to business planning, employee management, advertising, taxes, financial planning, and more. |
Resources vary from networking groups and weed control to IL-EATS and more. |
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Resources mainly pertain to obtaining proper permitting and certifications. These relate to farmers markets, organic certification, food safety laws, food labelling, migrant workers, cottage foods, and more. |
An abundance of grant applications and loan programs. |
