Starting A Business

Starting a new business while running a stable farm operation is possible with the right formula.

Raising and marketing their Koru Creek Wagyu and commercial beef crossbreeds at Waikikahei Ranch lets Scott and Amy Hay pursue their Canadian dream.

When Jeremy leaves his city job, he depends on expert advice to learn how to start a farm of his own – and be successful. Learn more in this BDO fictional case study.

With an increased demand for organic products, more and more people are looking to get involved in this sector. So, what should producers expect when exploring this robust market?

A BDO case study exploring how one family worked through the best way to pay their children for working on the farm.

Scott Beaton didn’t come from the farm. But with help from friends and knack for diversification, he grew his small operation into a full-time farming career.

For entrepreneurs Natasha and Elysia Vandenhurk, the success of Three Farmers Camelina oil came from hard work, belief in their product and a commitment to telling the story of the farmers who grow it.

Lakhwinder Brar grew up farming in India. He now owns a 9-acre orchard in Kelowna and plans to expand his market to help create opportunities for local farmers.

More barley production, hop farms and new malting facilities – all the result of craft beer enterprises that emphasize local ingredients..