Foundations for a Profitable Business

FOUNDATIONS FOR A
PROFITABLE FARM BUSINESS 
SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2026
ZOOM WEBINAR  6:00PM - 7:30PM

While running a business may not be the reason you started farming, most farms are businesses - and businesses must be profitable to sustainably operate and grow. In this webinar, Texas Center for Local Food staff will present key strategies for running a profitable farm business: financial record keeping, budgeting, and pricing for profitability. They will share practical resources to further your learning along with service providers who can help you do the heavy lifting. Whether you're just starting out or a few years in, setting up or improving your financial foundations can help you move from guesswork to informed decisions about what's really working in your business. All are welcome and please bring your questions!

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS:

Fred Henderson was born into a ranching family located in Double Bayou, Texas. Growing up, he developed a deep passion for cattle and land management, which led him to pursue continuing education in ranching. After completing his career in Corporate America, Fred returned to his family's ranch to assist his uncle on the family ranch. During this time, Fred focused on sustainable ranching practices, emphasizing the importance of land stewardship and animal welfare. After his uncle’s retirement in 2022, Fred and 4 of his cousins work together to operate the family ranch to leave a legacy for generations to come.

This webinar is funded through USDA FSA Award #_____________________