Food-Based Businesses: Opportunities & Challenges

Event description

Whether you're selling jam at the farmers market, plating up street food from a truck, or dreaming of getting your product on grocery store shelves, Kansas has never been a better place to build a food business.

In this informative workshop, an SBDC Advisor will walk you through the real landscape — from cottage food laws and licensing roadmaps to funding sources, market channels, and the challenges that trip up even passionate entrepreneurs. You'll leave with a clear picture of your path forward and direct access to free, expert resources to help you get there.

Whether you're selling jam at the farmers market, plating up street food from a truck, or dreaming of getting your product on grocery store shelves, Kansas has never been a better place to build a food business.

In this informative workshop, an SBDC Advisor will walk you through the real landscape — from cottage food laws and licensing roadmaps to funding sources, market channels, and the challenges that trip up even passionate entrepreneurs. You'll leave with a clear picture of your path forward and direct access to free, expert resources to help you get there.

Registration closes at 12:00 PM on Monday, 05/04/2026