Resources for producers

In this page you will find a collection of resources that expand on every part of starting, continuing or expanding a successful farm business that is environmentally and economically sustainable. The links you will find below have been organized by topic for your convenience. Feel free to browse through our resources guide and to contact us if you do not find what you are looking for.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

RISK MANAGEMENT

MARKETING

SUSTAINABILITY

LAND AND LEGAL SERVICES

ACCESS TO CAPITAL

CATTLE AND DAIRY

FRUIT GROWERS

FISHERMEN

GREENHOUSE & ORNAMENTAL PLANT GROWERS

BEGINNER FARMER RESOURCES

GENERAL RESOURCES

In addition to these online resources we also have a library of more than 100 books, training guides, reports, etc. as well as magazine and newspaper subscriptions. We invite you to look through our catalog and to visit our office if you would like to take a look at them on-site.

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  • Food Access & Agriculture

    Our network of Greenmarket farmers markets and Farmstands, coupled with GrowNYC Wholesale, ensures that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food.

  • Zero Waste

    We provide food scrap drop-offs, clothing collections, Stop 'N' Swap® community reuse events, and zero waste trainings to make resource conservation easy for all.

  • Green Space

    We build and rejuvenate community gardens and urban farms in all 5 boroughs, and support even more gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, school garden grants, & more.

  • Education

    We foster future environmental stewards by providing 66,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment.