Business Development, Regulatory, Education
Brent Lackey
LLC by Name vs. LLC in Practice: What Farmers ...

Forming an LLC is an important step in protecting your farm or food business—but it’s only the beginning. To truly gain the benefits of limited liability, you need to operate like an LLC in practice. That means keeping finances separate, maintaining records, and following the right business practices. Learn the key differences between having an LLC and running one—and how to make sure your business is protected.

LLC by Name vs. LLC in Practice: What Farmers and Food Businesses Need to Know
Grants, Education, KCARD Services
Brent Lackey
Grant Tips for Farms & Food Businesses: How ...

Applying for a grant for your farm or food business can feel overwhelming. From project planning and budgets to telling your story, there’s a lot to manage. Check out our blog for 5 tips to strengthen your application and see how we can guide you through the process.

Grant Tips for Farms & Food Businesses: How KCARD Can Help You Succeed
Marketing, Education
Brent Lackey
How to Use AI for Your Farm Marketing

AI isn’t just for big tech companies — it’s already part of the tools you use every day. From creating social media posts to understanding your customers, AI can make farm and food marketing faster, easier, and more effective. Here’s how it works and simple ways to get started.

How to Use AI for Your Farm Marketing
Farmers Markets, Client Spotlight
Brent Lackey
Greenup County Farmers Market: Growing with ...

As we celebrate National Farmers Market Week, Greenup County Farmers Market shines as an example of how a small gathering of growers in 2004 has grown into a thriving market under a new pavilion—building community, supporting small businesses, and expanding food access with KCARD’s support.

Greenup County Farmers Market: Growing with Purpose
Farmers Markets, Client Spotlight
Brent Lackey
Community Farmers Market: Growing Access to ...

In honor of National Farmers Market Week, we’re sharing how Community Farmers Market in Bowling Green grew from six vendors in a parking lot to a thriving, year-round local food hub. Read how their partnership with KCARD has helped fuel their success and helped make fresh, local food more accessible for everyone.

Community Farmers Market: Growing Access to Local Food

About KCARD

The Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development is a non-profit organization established to facilitate agricultural and rural businesses in Kentucky. We are supported primarily through grants provided by the USDA Rural Cooperative Development Program and the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board. Additional support is provided through our work with partners around the state and through fees charged for select client services.

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