AGRI 247

Students will develop research to support a complete business plan designed to obtain support from investors and lenders for an independent agricultural venture. In consultation with faculty, students will prepare a market analysis, determine organizational structure, outline operational objectives including a production plan, and prepare financial projections for the first year of operations. Emphasizes a learning-community model in which producers, lenders, and community mentors share knowledge and stories alongside structured research and planning work. Note: Students are expected to complete AGRI 247 and AGRI 248 in the same academic year. -- Prerequisite -- (AGRI 142 or BUS 100) and (CMNS 125 or ENGL 105). -- Corequisite -- None -- Pre or Corequisite -- None. Section information text: A 3-day field trip, with overnight stays, is planned for Reading Break. Please contact course instructor or check the departmental website for more information https://www.ufv.ca/agriculture/. Students will be provided more information after registration.