Module #1 Introduction to Urban Farming Overview of the urban farming industry, its benefits, and its challenges
Module #2 Understanding Your Market Researching and understanding your target market, including demographics, trends, and customer needs
Module #3 Urban Farming Business Models Overview of common urban farming business models, including community-supported agriculture, farm-to-table, and vertical farming
Module #4 Developing a Unique Value Proposition Creating a unique value proposition that sets your urban farm apart from others
Module #5 Business Planning for Urban Farming Creating a comprehensive business plan for your urban farm, including financial projections, marketing strategy, and operations plan
Module #6 Regulations and Zoning Understanding local regulations and zoning laws that impact urban farming, and how to navigate them
Module #7 Site Selection and Design Selecting and designing an urban farm site, including considerations for climate, soil, and water
Module #8 Crop Selection and Planning Selecting and planning crops for your urban farm, including considerations for seasonality, yield, and market demand
Module #9 Urban Farming Operations Managing daily operations on an urban farm, including labor management, crop management, and equipment maintenance
Module #10 Marketing and Sales Strategies Developing marketing and sales strategies to reach customers and increase sales
Module #11 Pricing and Revenue Streams Determining pricing strategies and identifying additional revenue streams for your urban farm
Module #12 Financial Management for Urban Farming Managing finances on an urban farm, including budgeting, cash flow management, and record-keeping
Module #13 Risk Management and Insurance Managing risks on an urban farm, including crop insurance, liability insurance, and business interruption insurance
Module #14 Scaling and Expansion Strategies Scaling and expanding your urban farm, including strategies for increasing production, expanding markets, and managing growth
Module #15 Urban Farming Technology and Tools Using technology and tools to improve efficiency and productivity on an urban farm, including hydroponics, aeroponics, and precision agriculture
Module #16 Community Engagement and Education Building relationships with the local community, including education and outreach strategies
Module #17 Evaluating and Improving Your Business Evaluating the success of your urban farm business and identifying areas for improvement
Module #18 Case Studies in Urban Farming Real-life case studies of successful urban farms, including lessons learned and best practices
Module #19 Urban Farming Policy and Advocacy Understanding urban farming policy and advocacy efforts at the local, national, and international level
Module #20 Sustainable and Resilient Urban Farming Designing and operating a sustainable and resilient urban farm, including strategies for climate change mitigation and adaptation
Module #21 Urban Farming and Food Systems The role of urban farming in creating more sustainable and equitable food systems
Module #22 Urban Farming and Community Development The role of urban farming in community development, including strategies for community engagement and social impact
Module #23 Urban Farming and Urban Planning The role of urban farming in urban planning, including strategies for integrating urban farms into city design and development
Module #24 Urban Farming and Environmental Stewardship The role of urban farming in environmental stewardship, including strategies for reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting biodiversity
Module #25 Urban Farming and Social Justice The role of urban farming in promoting social justice, including strategies for addressing food insecurity, housing inequality, and other social issues
Module #26 Urban Farming and Economic Development The role of urban farming in economic development, including strategies for creating jobs, stimulating local economies, and promoting entrepreneurship
Module #27 Urban Farming and Research and Development The role of research and development in improving urban farming practices, including strategies for collaboration and knowledge-sharing
Module #28 Urban Farming and Policy Innovation Strategies for policy innovation and advocacy to support urban farming, including examples of successful policy initiatives
Module #29 Urban Farming and International Development The role of urban farming in international development, including strategies for improving food security, promoting sustainable agriculture, and reducing poverty
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Urban Farming Business Models career
