Client Profile

The Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development (KCARD) will work with developing or existing agricultural and rural businesses.


Prospective businesses must meet the following characteristics:

1. Is in business to promote rural economic development in Kentucky and demonstrates a majority equity ownership stake in the business.
2. Owners of the business are directly involved with the management of the business.
3. Existing businesses are recognized by and in good standing with the Kentucky Secretary of State.
4. Developing businesses that seek to achieve characteristics 1-3.
5. The business must agree to execute Technical Assistance Agreements with KCARD.

KCARD will provide on-going assistance to businesses once KCARD and a business outlines and agrees upon the proper approach (including feasibility assessment, business plan development, and proper management) for growing the business.