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In general, the Foundation for Agriculture, Innovation and Rural Sustainability (FAIRS) offers technical assistance to cooperatives and rural businesses.  Assistance includes, but is not limited to:

You can read one of our case studies here

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If you are interested in receiving assistance from VA FAIRS, please contact us.

Projects
Shenandoah Valley Beef
Beef Marketing Cooperative
Harrisonburg, VA
Homeplace Vineyard, LLC
Small scale winery
Climax, VA
Smyth/Grayson Meats Cooperative
Natural beef cooperative
Hillsville, VA

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