Title: Reading
Course: WVA 103 Fermentation Methods > Section: WVA 103 Fermentation Methods

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Steps to Commercializing a Value-Added Food Business

In this reading assignment, students will read about the steps associated with creating value-added food and agricultural products for the market place. Farmers, growers, producers, and entrepreneurs can view commercialization of their idea as a means of becoming their own boss and owning a business. A combination of general business rules and food-industry-specific rules need to be considered in the successful development and long-term viability of a start-up business. This article highlights some general start-up guidelines and general steps in the commercialization of a value-added food product idea.

Click here to access the article Steps to Commercializing a Value-Added Food Business on the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center website.