LYONS, Neb. — Nebraska farmers are invited to apply to participate in a free online course and peer learning cohort focused on scaling operations for grocery sales. This opportunity is hosted by the Center for Rural Affairs.
Seven sessions are scheduled for Thursdays, Jan. 14, 21, and 28, and Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. A makeup class will be held Thursday, March 4, if needed.
Participants will explore effective sales strategies and approaches, packaging essentials and necessary certifications, and marketing techniques tailored for grocery and wholesale clients.
They will also hear success stories from producers as well as receive a paid membership to Buy Fresh Buy Local Nebraska, access to educational resources, and one-on-one consulting.
“In addition, participants will be able to network with grocery store owners and managers to better understand needs and position their products for success,” said Angelyn Wang, project associate with the Center.
Cohort members will be eligible to apply for a mini-grant of $4,000 upon course completion, and have an opportunity to attend regional conferences.
Apply to participate by Dec. 11 at cfra.org/events. For more information, contact Wang at angelynw@cfra.org or 402.870.1721.
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