Serving Montana Agriculture and growing prosperity under the Big Sky

Concept to Consumer

 

your guide to taking a food product from idea to market

 

ABOUT CONCEPT TO CONSUMER (C2C)

The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the Montana Food & Agriculture Development Network (FADC) are excited to launch the new Concept to Consumer online course-designed to help Montana food entrepreneurs navigate requirements, resources, and the path to launching a successful food business.

  

WHAT THE COURSE COVERS:

  • Food industry requirements and regulations
  • Product development and shelf-life basics
  • Business considerations and profit margins
  • Processing options and available resources
  • Marketing channels and go-to-market guidance

 

WHY TAKE C2C?

  • Eliminates confusion about starting a food business
  • Offers easy, anytime access through the Moodie platform
  • Provides clear, step-by-step direction from industry experts

 

HOW TO ENROLL:

  • Visit: montanamoodle.org
  • Select "Choose a program" ➔ "MT Dept of Agriculture - Food and Ag Development"
  • Log in or create an account
  • Go to "My Courses" ➔ select "Concept to Consumer"

 

LEARN MORE:

The FADC Network provides hands on guidance to food and farm businesses. By connecting clients to technical assistance, market research, business planning, and processing resources, the centers support every stage of product and business development. Reach out to your local FADC to learn more about their services.