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Transformative Design of Effective Supply Chains Under the Bioeconomy Concept
Dr. Kathleen Liang

Explore how bioeconomy and circular economy principles can reshape supply chains for stronger social, economic, and environmental outcomes. This resource introduces practical frameworks, examples from funded projects supporting small and local businesses, and ideas for future collaboration.
Download the full resource to dive into innovative supply-chain design for a sustainable future.

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Strategies to Create Effective Marketing https://cefs.ncsu.edu/resources/effective-marketing/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:57:23 +0000 https://cefs.ncsu.edu/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=32141

Strategies to Create Effective Marketing
Lessons Learned from a National Survey — Dr. Kathleen Liang

Discover key insights from a national study exploring how producers navigate food safety, consumer expectations, and the balance between production and consumption. This quick-read resource highlights the challenges facing small and large operations, why mixed messages persist in the marketplace, and how effective marketing can directly boost prosperity.
Download the full resource to learn practical strategies you can apply today.

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Growing Specialty Crops for Ethnic Markets (English & Español) https://cefs.ncsu.edu/resources/growing-specialty-crops-for-ethnic-markets/ Wed, 15 Feb 2023 19:38:11 +0000 https://cefs.ncsu.edu/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=26740

Growing Specialty Crops for Ethnic Markets

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Cultivando Productos Especiales para Mercados Étnicos

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Financials and the Market for Specialty Vegetables Virtual Workshop (2022) https://cefs.ncsu.edu/resources/financials-and-the-market-for-specialty-vegetables-virtual-workshop-2022/ Wed, 16 Feb 2022 16:33:31 +0000 https://cefs.ncsu.edu/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=24728

Financials and the Market for Specialty Vegetables Virtual Workshop (2022)

Are you interested in learning more about specialty fruit and vegetable production and engaging with specialty markets? Join Dr. Kathleen Liang, CEFS Co-Director, for this recording of “Financials and the Market for Specialty Vegetables,” a virtual workshop to learn about the specialty vegetable market and the financial side of producing these vegetables. Dr. Liang shared data collected from specialty produce production at the Small Farm Unit. Participants also heard and discussed ways to engage with specialty markets.

Watch the presentation in Spanish here

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