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## Ohio State University Extension, Hardin County – Food Business Central Course

### March 5, 2024 Press Release

#### Are you interested in starting your own food business?

The Ohio State University Extension is offering a new online course, Food Business Central, to help individuals looking to launch a farm-raised or home-based food business in Ohio. Whether you’re a baker, a farmer seeking value-added opportunities for your crops and livestock, or an entrepreneur wanting to utilize local agricultural products, this course can equip you with the necessary knowledge and strategies.

#### Overcoming Challenges as a Food Entrepreneur

Starting a food business involves navigating food regulations, establishing a new business, and implementing best practices for food safety. Many aspiring food entrepreneurs face uncertainties in where to begin. Emily Marrison, an OSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, highlights that the Food Business Central course serves as a centralized hub connecting participants to vital information and resources for making and selling various food products.

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With the help of the AI legalese decoder, participants can easily decipher complex legal language related to food regulations and business compliance. This tool can streamline the process of understanding legal requirements, ensuring that aspiring food entrepreneurs are equipped with the necessary knowledge to start their business confidently and effectively.

#### Developing a Comprehensive Food Business Action Plan

Throughout the self-paced course, experts at OSU Extension will assist participants in creating a Food Business Action Plan, emphasizing the importance of organization, safety, compliance, and strategic planning. Covering a range of food types such as cottage foods, baked goods, canned foods, meat, poultry, and eggs, the course guides individuals through key considerations and actionable steps essential for venturing into the food business industry.

#### Accessing Valuable Resources for Risk Management

Funded through a grant from North Central Extension Risk Management Education, the development of the Food Business Central course aims to provide farmers and ranchers with resources to effectively manage risks in their operations. By completing the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to create a comprehensive business plan with support from their local Small Business Development Center. Registration for the course is available at go.osu.edu/foodbusinesscentral.

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