Writing A Small Business Agricultural Plan

By Lucia Weeks


Many businesses succeeded because of careful planning but there are also a lot who fell down because of the failure to do so. Just like any special event, preparing is a requirement. It will not entirely remove the risks. But at least you can say that you did your best to ensure that things will go as planned.

Among the most challenging ventures at present are those that involve agriculture. They require land assessment and location that may not be easily accessible to those proponents who are living in the city. But despite its difficulty, there are still brave souls who take the challenge because of its great potential. Those who have succeeded in putting up their businesses have also created a detailed small agricultural business plan prior to operation.

But while most, if not all, have this, it does not mean that making one will be easy. Several things have to be considered and thought of beforehand. Below are the basic things effective plans have in common.

Mission statement. Every venture has a mission. You cannot just plan and act without a mission in mind. Your first step in creating a clear guideline is to define what your mission is. This includes identifying the purpose of your business and where do you see yourself headed. This is more than just making money and accumulating wealth. This is about the values and the identity that you want your company to foster.

Realistic goals. By realistic, we mean they are achievable. It is okay to dream big. But it should be achievable given the resources and time frame that you have. Set goals and justify them. You can provide both the specifics of your short term ones and an overview of the long term goals.

Background. Give all the basic details of your business like the area of operation, size of the farm that you have, separate office if any and the people who are working with you. Treat this as painting a picture of your business through words. Not all interested investors will have the time to visit your place. Give them something that will show them what it is your are doing.

Specific strategies. Goals will remain dreams if you do not act on it. Your strategies are the baby steps you can take to achieve your goals. Start by making a list on what you can do about it and develop it later after.

Financial analysis. This is where money talks come in. You will provide the current status of your operation expenses. Based on the goals and the strategies that you have, you will also provide a forecast on the expected expense that you will have to meet them.

The best way for you to stay focus and not stray away from your goal is to have a plan. You may have many challenges that will distract you from doing what is needed. But if you have plans, you can always get back on track.




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