So you've decided to start a small farm business . You're hard at work on your business plan , and you're stuck in the marketing section. How, where and to whom will you market all the wonderful vegetables, herbs, fruits and value-added farm products you're planning to grow and create? I hope this sparks some ideas. Direct Farm Sales You can sell your wares directly from your farm, via a farm stand or even just from a barn or other structure on your property. This has the advantage of convenience - you don't have to lug produce anywhere, or even be available to talk to customers. Many farmers have a farm stand with a cash box and a clipboard and operate on the honor system: you take the produce you want, write down what you took, add up the prices, and leave cash or a check in the box, taking change as you wish. Farmers Markets The farmers market can be a great place for you to sell your produce. Farmers markets usually run weekly. Some ru...