Crowdfunding to Fund the Farm

August 28, 2014

Could crowdfunding help you fund your next farm purchase or enterprise? Possibly. But, it’s good to know the facts before you get too far “in the weeds.” There are 5 types of crowdfunding: financial return equity, debt, royalty, non-financial reward, and donation. If you’re using a crowdfunding website like gofundme.com or kickstarter.com for your campaign,… Read More >

Celebration of Woman Farmers in Berks, Chester, Montgomery Counties

Making cheese was not always in the plans for Sue Miller of Chester Springs. She and her husband were milking cows and growing crops, but needed to do something else to “save the farm” with the rising costs, slimmer margins, and nearby urban sprawl. Waking up from a dream one morning, she popped out of… Read More >

Exploring the Small Farm Dream – Penn State Extension

Course # PRD 750 001 Class Meetings Thursday, October 2, 2014, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2014, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, October 16, 2014, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, October 23, 2014, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Location Delaware Valley College, Main Campus Tuition $149 Instructor Brian Moyer, Program Assistant, Penn State Extension If you have thought seriously about turning a… Read More >