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Episode 41: Choosing a Business Structure Together

In this episode, learn how to choose the right business structure when operating the farm with others.

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Your business structure can be a revolutionary tool for organizing towards farm goals, and this is especially the case when farming together in pursuit of meeting shared needs and goals. In this episode we explore top business structure options for folks farming together: the corporation, limited liability company, and the cooperative. We discuss the basic format and responsibilities of each, and provide key legal considerations to help you and your partners make the best decision together.

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