GenerationNext

GenerationNext is a training program optimal for people, ages 20 to 35 who will be the next generation to operate a family business, or for those who intend to start their own business. It is a series of in-person seminars, held at various locations throughout the Northeast, combined with a self-paced computer-based course that supports the fundamental skills covered by the program.

GenerationNext focuses on business and financial management for agricultural operations. Class discussions are more about the dollars and cents aspects of ag businesses than about plants or cows. Discussion is tailored to the skills and needs of each class. You can expect intermediate or college-level instruction, but no prior knowledge of financial terms is necessary.

Classes are generally held in the fall and winter of each year at various locations. Contact Farm Credit East for more information about the next class in your area.

Service Provider: 
Farm Credit East
Contact:
Chris Laughton
860-741-4380
Frequency: 
Yearly
Cost: 
Fee
Location: 
Most of New England, New York and New Jersey
Counties Served: 
Barnstable
Berkshire
Bristol
Dukes
Essex
Franklin
Hampden
Hampshire
Middlesex
Nantucket
Norfolk
Plymouth
Suffolk
Worcester
Resource Type: 
Class or Course
Workshop
Technical Assistance or Consulting
Resource Category: 
Business Planning
Financial
Enterprise Type: 
Dairy
Floriculture
Forest Products
Grains
Greenhouse Production
Hay
Livestock
Nursery
Orchard
Poultry
Sugaring
Vegetable Crops
Skill Level: 
New to farming
Planning to farm
Farmer start up
Re-strategizing the farm
Established farmer