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Course Information Course description, objectives and schedule for the E-Business: An Introductory Course. Course Description Information on E-Business: How to Sell on eBay workshop. Registration How to register for E-Business: How to Sell on eBay Course Curriculum Link to course curriculum. [Image: Plan of Operation]Plan of Operation An agritourism plan of operation is a planning document that assists agritourism professionals in complying with La R.S. 9:2795.5 to reduce agritourism liability. [Image: agritourism]Agritourism -- a new agricultural business enterprise Agriculture and tourism together present unique opportunities for farmers to diversify and expand their operations. This brochure provides the steps in developing an agritourism business venture. Agritourism Blog Please visit the Agritourism blog for more information about agritourism in Louisiana. Click Here for Lead Louisiana Blog Instructions on how to post comments to the Evaluation blog. [Image: AGRITOURISM WORKSHOP]Agritourism Workshop in Belle Chasse The LSU AgCenter is offering an educational workshop in Belle Chasse to assist people in developing their own agritourism enterprise. Topics discussed include: What is Agritourism?; Explanation of new limited liability agritourism law, La. R.S. 9:2795.5; Rules and Regulations; Plan of Operation; Certification Process. [Image: 2009 Agritourism Roadshow]Agritourism Roadshow Schedule The LSU AgCenter is offering a series of educational programs across the state, beginning July 21, 2009 to assist people in the agritourism business. [Image: ducks]Agritourism--a New Agricultural Business Enterprise Agritourism blends entertainment, education, and tourism together to provide a fun, exciting, and memorable get-away for school trips and family outings. This Website provides educational resources to assist new and existing entrepreneurs in developing, expanding, and improving their agritourism ventures. [Image: Screen shot]Evaluation Report: E-Business: An Introductory Course, 2008-2009 Evaluation report based on participant feedback during the pilot program phase in 2008 and 2009. [Image: Louisiana Delta Initiative E-Business: An Introductory Course 2009]E-Business: An Introductory Course Fall 2009 course offerings in rural Louisiana. E-Business Topics: How Business Use the Internet to Make Money; How to Establish a Credible Web Presence; How to Start Blogging for Business; Basics of eBay; Searching the Internet for Better Prices; New Ideas for Building Customer Loyalty; Options for Getting a Business Online; Explore the Cost of Establishing a Website; Successful Marketing Strategies. [Image: Creating Your Own E-Business in 10 Easy Steps]Creating Your Own E-Business In 10 Easy Steps There are many advantages to opening an e-business. An e-business eliminates the need for a storefront and allows the owner to have flexible hours. It can also expand markets for existing brick-and-mortar businesses. In addition, owning an e-business is an advantage for some people who have physical challenges and cannot work in a normal work environment. About the DRDC Faculty Faculty include: 2008 Newsletters Newsletters for 2008 [Image: Louisiana Community Economic Readiness Index]Louisiana Community Economic Readiness Index Worksheet A tool for community groups to assess their readiness for economic development. [Image: Agritourism Roadshow]Agritourism Roadshow The LSU AgCenter is offering a series of educational programs across the state, beginning July 21, to help people get into the agritourism business. Topics discussed include: Roadshow Agenda: What is Agritourism?; Explanation of new limited liability agritourism law, La. R.S. 9:2795.5; Rules and Regulations; Plan of Operation; Certification Process. [Image: Agritourism Liability Law]Agritourism Limited Liability Law Fact Sheet This fact sheet authored by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry provides an explanation of the 2008 limitation of liability law on agritourism operations (La R.S. 9:2795.5) in Louisiana. [Image: Agritourism Resources]Resource Guide for Agritourism Entrepreneurs This guide contains Web site addresses and reading materials helpful to agritourism entrepreneurs. 1 2 3 [Image: Mission of LDI video]The Louisiana Delta Initiative Video This video documents recent events and the role, scope and mission of the Louisiana Delta Initiative. The Louisiana Delta Initiative has three distinct branches of activity: (1) Community engagement projects in the LDI region; (2) Research to support these engagement projects; and (3) Extension education courses offered in entrepreneurship and leadership. Deliberative Forums on Saving Agricultural Lands with Citizens of Farming Communities of Tangipahoa Parish Deliberative Forums are national issue forums which bring people together to talk about important community issues. They focus on specific issues ranging from small study circles held in peoples’ homes to large community gatherings modeled on New England town meetings. Deborah C. Cross, CED area agent of South Central Region and the lead coordinating facilitator, compiled this summary from the Deliberative Forums. Proceedings from the Louisiana Delta Initiative Summit, April 2, Rayville, Louisiana The LSU AgCenter's Delta Rural Development Center documents the work of the Louisiana Delta Initiative by providing access to presentations made at the April 2 Louisiana Delta Initiative Summit meeting. Louisiana Agritourism Rules In accordance with La R.S. 9:2795.5, the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry has provided these rules. Please read before completing your plan of operation. These rules set out the agritourism activities that are covered by the legislation. Ten Frequently Asked Questions for Small Business Start-Ups This article answers some of the most important questions new business startups face. Creating an E-business in 10 Easy Steps The Internet is fast becoming the “new economy." This article provides information on how to start a Web-based business in 10 easy steps. 10 Frequently Asked Questions for Small Business Start-Ups Every person starting or wanting to start a business has questions. As soon as one question is answered, another one arises. In fact, most people ask several questions at once. Of all the questions asked, here are the ten asked most frequently. Click Here for E-Business: How to Sell on eBay Blog Instructions on how to post comments to the Evaluation blog. Evaluation Blog Instructions on how to post comments to the Evaluation blog. Lead Louisiana Program Information 2009 This file explains the structure of delivery and philosophy behind the development of the Lead Louisiana leadership program. Launching Lead Louisiana in 2009 Dr. Barnes explains the launch of the new leadership program Lead Louisiana. Lead Louisiana is a leadership education program offered at the parish level. The program was developed in collaboration with Southern University community rural development faculty. Information About the Louisiana Delta Initiative The Louisiana Delta Initiative (LDI) is a newly formed regional network of community and economic development organizations working in collaboration to improve the economic conditions in a 12 parish, Louisiana delta region. Egg drop blog comment Blogger comments from Class 1 Lead Tensas Class I question How can you take the lessons learned from the egg drop activity and apply them to community problem solving? 1 2 3 1 2 3