Getting Started

Updated: November 18, 2021

Start Right

  • Review general resources about the Organic Farming industry                 
  • Read books related to your industry and business planning
  • Review sample business plans for ideas  
  • Find capital

Checklist

  • Are there books about running a business in this industry?
  • What does a comparable business or marketing plan look like?
  • What funding or financing opportunities might be available to me?

General Resources

Organic farming is a large industry and so the government of British Columbia has compiled resources to support entrepreneurs and agrifood business management. 

Starting a New Farm | Valuable resources for entrepreneurs who want to start a new farm including The New Farm Start-up Guide, The Taking Stock farm business planning workbook, Farm Diversification Through Agri-Tourism Manual, and more. 

Running an Agrifood or Farm Business | Resources for the business management side of working in the organic farming industry, includes resources on business strategy, risk management, and more. 

BC Government Agricultural Licences & Forms | Licences are required for some agriculture operations – dairy, fur farming, game farming, honeybees, livestock, poultry and veterinary drugs.