KCARD: Interested in Farming or Ready for Help? Start Here

The Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development (KCARD) is a non-profit organization established to facilitate agricultural and rural business development in Kentucky. They provide educational opportunities, technical assistance, and business support services to new and existing agribusinesses. 

KCARD is supported primarily through grants provided by the USDA Rural Cooperative Development Program and the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board. Additional support is provided through work with partners around the state and through fees charged for select client services. 

A few of the services and resources provided by KCARD include:

• Beginning Farmer Resources

• Start Your Business

• Grow Your Business

• Find Funding

They also provide regular business tips tailored to Kentucky farm and agricultural business owners and feature successful farms and programs.