Title: Explore government agencies, regulations, and incentives.
Course: Agricultural Production Technology (18301-I) > Section: Developing Business Aspects of an Agricultural Enterprise

Exploration should include government agencies such as

- county zoning/administration office
- VDACS
- EPA
- USDA
  - Farm Service Agency (FSA)
  - NRCS
  - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).

Exploration should include regulations and incentives such as

- local zoning ordinances
- environmental regulations
- commodity subsidies
- cost-sharing opportunities.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What agencies are involved in the regulatory aspects of an agricultural enterprise?
- How do the NRCS and the FSA benefit agricultural producers?
- How do land-grant universities benefit producers?
- What services do county extension agents provide to producers?