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Small Producers Initiative

Small Producers Initiative

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Small Producers Initiative (SPI) is a program in the Department of Agricultural Sciences at Texas State University.

Our mission is to support small producers (farmers and ranchers) by providing opportunities and assistance that help build sustainable, thriving businesses while promoting environmental stewardship and long-term resilience.



EXPLORE OUR INITIATIVES

Guided by five key initiatives, SPI delivers outreach, education, and training to small and mid-sized producers through workshops, mentorships, technical assistance, and an annual conference that supports the local food system community.

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Conservation

With conservation at our core, SPI works to highlight practices like erosion control, efficient water use, habitat preservation, soil health improvement, and grazing management to reduce environmental impacts while maintaining strong agricultural yields.


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