Beyond Fresh: A Food Processing Guide for Texas Farmers

Abstract

Taking a "Farmer First Approach," this workbook helps you decide what products to create, how to make and sell them, and at what scale. It includes chapters on developing products, dealing with regulations and food safety laws, designing labels and packaging, and seeking funding for your new food enterprise. Hard copies are available at Lulu.com for $19.95 + S&H.

Table of Contents

• Overview of the Decision Process


• Self-Assessment (Is Value-Added Right for Me?)


• Product Development, Recipes, and Production


• Storage and Distribution


• Can I Make Money?


• Regulations


• Labels and Packaging


• Selling


• Market Trends


• Running Your Business


• Funding


• Appendices
  
  
  
  • Ready to Launch?
  
  
  • Economic Impact through Value Chains
  
  
  • Economic Benefits of Local Small-Scale Food Production
  
  
  • Media Tips for Farmers
  
  
  
  

Note: Digital downloads are in full color. Printed, mailed copies are only available in black & white.