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Rutgers Cooperative Extension RU Ready to Farm

Beginning farmer training and business planning support in New Jersey.

About this program

RU Ready to Farm is a Rutgers Extension beginning farmer training program that helps aspiring and new farmers build production, business planning, risk management, and market-readiness skills. Deadline notes: Program application and registration dates vary by cohort. Notes: Beginning farmer training can serve younger, women, and minority farmers; identity tags should be applied only when supported by participant or cohort targeting.

Eligibility

Aspiring and beginning farmers in New Jersey or nearby areas who meet cohort registration requirements.

Requirements

  • Register or apply for the cohort and provide farm goals, experience level, contact information, and participation commitments requested by Rutgers.