USDA New Farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers a wide range of resources for new or beginning farmers.
USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Coordinators
List of U.S. Department of Agriculture coordinators that can provide information and assistance to beginning farmers or ranchers.
UW-Division of Extension Farm Management - Beginning Farm and Enterprise Development
Extension offers resources, information and networking opportunities for farmers interested in exploring and assessing new business ideas or revenue streams to their operations.
Beginning Farmers
Website offers information on how to start and plan for a new farm including funding and land acquisition resources. Internship and employment opportunities are also available regularly through their website.
Farm Answers
USDA-NIFA beginning farmer and rancher (BFRDP) clearinghouse that contains resources to help beginning farmers.
Cornell Small Farms Program
Program offers resources, courses and trainings on their website that focus on all phases of small farm business development.
Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
Website that offers information on obtaining property, health, worker's compensation, disability, and other types of insurance as a farmer.
Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions - LLC & Corporation Registration
Online registration forms for those seeking to register as an LLC or corporation.