The business development team works to grow the Kansas agriculture industry and economy. The team works with any farmer, rancher, or agribusiness that wants to expand in size or product offerings. The team works to attract farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses to Kansas to conduct business; whether with a complete relocation or expansion of an additional location. The business development team connects people, works through regulatory requirements, navigates support and incentive options for interested parties, and creates business plans which promote and benefit Kansas agribusinesses.

The team brings a wide range of agricultural experience to the table that makes us well suited for working with private industry. Experience includes: livestock production, processing, and meat marketing; grain production, storage, and processing; farmers’ market sales and promotion; banking, finance, and budgeting; and workforce preparation, management, and leadership. The team looks forward to putting their skills to work for Kansas agriculture every day.

Licensing Guides

Starting a new business? Looking to expand your business? Look no further. 

Kansas Department of Agriculture Licensing Guides have been created to identify some of the licenses and permits required by agencies involved in opening and operating Kansas businesses.

In addition to licenses required by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, local or federal government agencies may have additional regulations to follow when starting your business. Contact your local planning authority to ensure you follow all local business development laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.

Rural Development Resources

Whether you’re launching a new venture, relocating your operation in Kansas or across state lines or expanding an existing business the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness Development team is here to help.

This resource hub brings together trusted tools, guidance, and connections both within the agency and across key partner organizations throughout Kansas to help agribusinesses navigate regulations, access opportunities, and make informed decisions with confidence. 

Resources:

KDA Grants & Cost Share Programs

• Active Programs, Other Funding Sources, State/Regional/National/Federal Programs

USDA Rural Development Summary of Programs

• Housing, Community Grants & Programs, Rural Utility Services, Business Cooperatives

Kansas Commerce- Agriculture

• Various valuable incentive programs that are available to agriculture-related companies to assist in reducing their cost of locating or expanding their business operations in Kansas

Small Business Development Center

• Provides management, marketing, and technical assistance to small businesses. Offices are regional.

Network Kansas

• Loan programs provide additional financial resources for entrepreneurs and small businesses who face challenges in securing traditional funding.

Small Business Development Center

• Provides management, marketing, and technical assistance to small businesses. Offices are regional.

Office of Rural Prosperity

• Advocates for and promotes rural Kansas and focuses on efforts designed to aid rural improvements.