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101 minutes
Learn about the legal aspects of adding value to farm products and how to manage the added risks this brings.
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0:00 – Introduction
5:40 – Standard Regulations and Cottage Food Laws
12:14 – Facility Partners and Cottage Food Laws
28:41 – Case Studies and Practical Tips
54:46 – Legal Concerns and Risk Management
1:11:12 – Land Use and Zoning Issues
1:18:11 – Labor and Employment Laws
1:23:37 – Tax Considerations
1:25:38 – Open for Q&A and Closing Remarks
1:29:16 – Importance of Food Safety Plans and Records
1:31:20 – Legal Protections and Business Entities
1:33:28 – Separating Assets and Additional Protections
1:35:43 – Q&A Session and Additional Insights
Creating value-added products can increase profitability for your farm but these kinds of enterprises can also increase your legal risk. Employment laws, food safety risks, state and federal regulations, and tax responsibilities all change when a farm begins to process a raw product into a value-added one. This tutorial will help you make sense of these new responsibilities and help you manage your risks. (1 hour 41 minutes)
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