Fruit
*Each
resource within the
See
also:
*Arizona Crop
Budgets
http://ag.arizona.edu/arec/ext/budgets/counties.html
*Production of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables as it Relates
to Direct Marketing
This publication from the
http://ag.arizona.edu/arec/pubs/dmkt/ProductionFresh.pdf
*Should I Grow Fruits and Vegetables? Roadside
Stands
The
purpose of this fact sheet is to discuss the important establishment factors
for a roadside stand. Some of the areas to be considered are producers and
consumers’ use of the market, location needs, display characteristics, and
legal considerations.
http://ag.arizona.edu/arec/pubs/dmkt/Should-RoadsideStands.pdf
*Specialty Crop Block Grant Program: AZ Department
of Agriculture
The
purpose of this program is to promote the increased consumption of fruits, vegetables,
and nuts and to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in
http://www.azda.gov/Main/scbgp07grantmanual.pdf
*The
This resource website of the Arizona Cooperative
Extension includes information about crop budgets, pests, diseases, and
production methods.
http://ag.arizona.edu/crops/citrus/citrus.php
*CO Department of Agriculture: Fruit Contacts
This list was developed to provide contacts who can
answer your questions regarding
* 2008
The 2008 Farm Fresh Directory is now being
compiled. Forms to be listed in the directory are available on the main page
of: www.coloradoagriculture.com.
The link below will take you to the 2007 directory. The farm and farmers'
markets in the directory feature the highest quality, Colorado-grown produce.
Inside you will also find information about county fairs, agricultural
festivals, extension offices as well as a crop calendar.
*
The
*Diversified Agriculture Consortium: Marketing Resources
This website has several articles on various aspects of marketing
including; competitive analysis, market potential, pricing, and value-added
agricultural products. The Diversified Agriculture Consortium is based in
http://www.diverseag.org/htm/toolbox/marketing
*Diversified Agriculture Consortium: Marketing Resources
This website has several articles on various aspects of marketing
including; competitive analysis, market potential, pricing, and value-added
agricultural products.
http://www.diverseag.org/htm/toolbox/marketing
*Fresh, Organic and Native Foods of the
Over 150
local food growers, ranchers, and organizations from the Four Corners region
are listed in Fresh, Organic and Native Foods of the
http://www.environment.nau.edu/food/FoodDirectory/Select.asp
Agricultural Marketing Service of the USDA: Fruit
& Vegetable Marketing
This website has information about the programs and
publications related to vegetable marketing of the AMS.
Agricultural
This list contains marketing information for
specific types of fruit.
http://www.agmrc.org/agmrc/commodity/fruits/
Fruit and Vegetable Marketing for Small Scale and
Part Time Growers
Helps growers identify markets and market demands
for fruits and vegetables.
http://agalternatives.aers.psu.edu/farmmanagement/fruit_veggie/MarketingFruitAndVeggie.pdf
Growing For Market
Growing for Market is a
monthly magazine about small-scale farming, sustainable agriculture and farm
direct marketing. It covers farmers markets, farm stands, Community Supported
Agriculture, and selling locally to restaurants, supermarkets, natural food
stores and florists.
http://www.growingformarket.com/
Keys to Success in Value-Added Agriculture
This publication presents, largely in the farmers'
own words, important lessons they learned in adding value to their farm
products and marketing directly to consumers. The keys to their success in
value-added agriculture include high quality, good record-keeping, planning and
evaluation, perseverance, focus, and building long-term relationships with
customers.
http://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/summaries/keystosuccess.html
Marketing Alternatives for Specialty Produce
Topics covered in this publication include
identifying potential markets, meeting the needs of the market, transportation
options, selling methods, and evaluating risks and potential returns.
http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/pnw/pnw241.pdf
*Marketing Your Farm or Ranch
This is a brief publication that discusses
effective agricultural marketing approaches.
http://www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/farmmgt/03763.html
National Agricultural Library: Fruits and Nuts
This list compiled by the National Agricultural
Library has articles on various aspects of vegetable production and marketing.
*Production of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables as it
Relates to Direct Marketing
This publication from the
http://ag.arizona.edu/arec/pubs/dmkt/ProductionFresh.pdf
*Should I Grow Fruits and Vegetables? Roadside
Stands
The
purpose of this fact sheet is to discuss the important establishment factors
for a roadside stand. Some of the areas to be considered are producers and
consumers’ use of the market, location needs, display characteristics, and
legal considerations.
http://ag.arizona.edu/arec/pubs/dmkt/Should-RoadsideStands.pdf
Geyers’ Specialty is Marketing
Small Fruits
Westmoreland’s
success hinges on a five point marketing plan that includes wholesale, U-pick,
municipal farmers’ markets, an on-farm retail market, and a mail order
business.
http://ag.arizona.edu/arec/pubs/dmkt/GeyerFruits.pdf
This
publication is intended to help producers identify avenues for providing more
value to consumers at the farm or ranch level.
http://cals.arizona.edu/AREC/wemc/westernprofiles.html
*Specialty Crop Block Grant Program: AZ Department
of Agriculture
The purpose
of this program is to promote the increased consumption of fruits, vegetables,
and nuts and to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in
http://www.azda.gov/Main/scbgp07grantmanual.pdf
See
also: