Ever wonder why you so often hear the phrase “family farm”? 

There is good reason for it. Farming is deeply tied to stewardship — of soil, water, ecosystems and community — and families who work the same land across generations often make decisions with the future in mind. The health of the land is personal because it is tied to memory, livelihood and legacy.

Are you dreaming about the next steps for your business to grow, but don’t know where to start?

For advice about how to set yourself up for success, we reached out to Nina Gruber, the senior manager for Local First’s Arizona Economic Resource Center, which has helped bring over $140 million to Arizona communities.