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Nurture and Nourish

Expanding my farm-to-table business, making jams, pickles, & pasta with local produce, supporting farm animal rescue
Www.naughtygoatfarm.com
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November 18, 2024 11:59 pm

About this idea
At the heart of Naughty Goat Farm is a mission to make a difference – both in the lives of animals and the lives of our customers. All proceeds from Naughty Goat Farm support my animal rescue, where I provide care for sick or injured animals. This farm is more than just a business; it’s a place of healing and second chances, and every jar of jam or batch of pickles sold helps fund this mission. In addition to this meaningful purpose, I’m dedicated to creating high-quality, locally-sourced foods. My product line includes unique jams, pickles, and noodles, made with organic ingredients sourced from local farms. These partnerships support small farms and sustainable practices, and ensure my products are as fresh and flavorful as possible. I’m also working to expand my range of sugar-free options to better serve people with diabetes or anyone looking to reduce their sugar intake. While not all my products are sugar-free, I am committed to offering more options in this space without sacrificing taste. To reach a wider audience, I’m focused on securing FDA approval to sell my products in stores. This grant will allow me to take the essential step of testing my recipes for shelf life stability with a process authority, and to obtain detailed nutritional information for each product. These actions are crucial for meeting safety and labeling standards and will help bring my jams, pickles, and noodles to new markets. With this support, Naughty Goat Farm can continue to grow while giving back to both my community and my animals in need.
Impact
The impact of Naughty Goat Farm extends far beyond producing and selling jams, pickles, and noodles. Every sale not only offers customers a unique, high-quality product but also directly supports the wellbeing of animals in need. By funding my animal rescue farm, Naughty Goat Farm provides a vital lifeline for sick and injured animals, giving them a safe place to heal and thrive. In addition to supporting animal welfare, Naughty Goat Farm strengthens our local economy by sourcing ingredients from nearby farms. This commitment to local and organic sourcing helps sustain small farms and promotes sustainable agriculture, while providing customers with wholesome products they can trust. Our expansion into sugar-free options has a meaningful impact on people’s health as well. By offering more low-sugar and sugar-free choices, I’m making delicious, locally-produced foods accessible to people with dietary restrictions, such as those managing diabetes or reducing their sugar intake. Receiving this grant will allow Naughty Goat Farm to secure FDA approval and expand into new markets, increasing our capacity to positively impact animal welfare, support local agriculture, and provide healthy, unique food products to a wider audience. With each step forward, Naughty Goat Farm will continue to benefit the community, the environment, and, most importantly, the animals who need our help.
What I'll do with $5,000
With $5,000, I will take essential steps to grow Naughty Goat Farm and bring my products to a wider audience while ensuring quality and safety. First, I’ll work with a process authority to test the shelf life of my jams, pickles, and noodles. These tests are crucial for meeting FDA safety standards, allowing me to sell my products in stores. Once testing is complete, I’ll proceed with FDA filing to gain approval for retail distribution. I’ll also invest in nutritional analysis to provide accurate labeling for each product, giving customers transparency and meeting requirements for retail sales. Additionally, I’ll focus on developing new sugar-free options, expanding my selection for people who are managing diabetes or choosing to reduce sugar in their diet. This funding will allow Naughty Goat Farm to achieve key growth goals, benefiting my business and the animals, customers, and community that our mission supports.
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