Certifications, Food Safety, & Risk Management

Food Safety – Farm Commons Farmers’ Guide to Reducing the Legal Risks

How do I protect myself from the legal ramifications of a food safety crisis on my farm? Farmers’ Guide to Reducing the Legal Risks of a Food Safety Incident from Farm Commons.

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Food Safety – On-Farm Food Safety Project (FamilyFarmed)

The On-Farm Food Safety Project (OFFS) helps you learn about food safety, create a personalized on-farm food safety plan, and become food safety certified. The website’s educational information and resources are considered by this project’s 

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USDA’s Resources for Small and Mid-Sized Farmers

USDA’s Resources for Small and Mid-Sized Farmers page provides info on federal grants and loans available for smaller producers.

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State – Oregon Department of Agriculture: Grants, Loans and Technical Assistance

The Oregon Department of Agriculture has a Grants, Loans and Technical Assistance page that identifies some resources available to Oregon producers. It is important to know that grants are rarely available to start a farm or a business, loans are your best bet. Before you explore getting a loan, we strongly recommend that you develop a…

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Oregon State University Small Farms Program

The Oregon State University Small Farms Program is a great resource for beginning and smaller farmers, offering classes, workshops, trainings and online tools.

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