The University of Nebraska Rural Initiative works to support Nebraska rural entrepreneurs in value-added agriculture and small business creation and transition.
- Market Maker
Nebraska MarketMaker helps food entrepreneurs identify and develop new and profitable markets.
- Nebraska Agricultural Water Management Demonstration Network website.
The University of Nebraska Rural Initiative has supported Suat Irmak of UNL's Biological Systems Engineering Department to assist in research and education that helps farmers conserve water and energy. Click on link above to access the Nebraska Agricultural Water Management Demonstration Network website.
- Federal Procurement
The Rural Initiative supports a PTAC officer who travels throughout central and western Nebraska to help businesses who wish to obtain government contracts.
- NebraskaEDGE
NebraskaEDGE is the umbrella organization for rural entrepreneurial training programs hosted by local communities, organizations and associations.