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| 3004 - Economic Development | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3004.1) | 23 |
Number of businesses reached through Extension programming |
| 3004.2) | 2 |
Number of businesses implementing economic development plans |
| 3004.3) | 1 |
Number of economic development-related projects/plans created with Extension’s assistance |
Author: Tiffany Calvert
Major Program: Economic Development
Over 89% of Ohio County businesses are classified as microenterprise businesses. In 2015, there were 44% more new startups in Ohio County, an increase from 186 new startups in 2014. Farmer’s markets can be a starting point for retail businesses by offering an opportunity to test, market, and improve products to meet customer preferences, build a customer base, practice sales skills, with the goal of becoming a sustainable business. Extension plays an active role in providing Beaver Da
