In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael features guests Andy Gyurisin, the new director of the Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Wendy May, the marketing manager for the Frederick County Economic Development Authority. The main topic is the upcoming "Cultivate Your Agribusiness" conference on February 20th, 2025, aimed at supporting local agribusinesses.

Andy shares his excitement about his new role and his past experience with the SBDC and as a small business owner. Wendy explains the conference's genesis, stemming from a need identified through EDA surveys for agribusiness resources and support. They discuss various details of the conference, such as sessions on business structure, record keeping, funding opportunities, and agritourism, as well as the value of networking and local expertise.

Both guests emphasize the importance of the event for anyone involved in or considering agribusiness, highlighting the availability of local resources and the significance of community support. They encourage registration for the free event, sponsored by Horizon Farm Credit, and stress the benefits of collaboration within the local agribusiness community.

Learn more details and register here: https://laurelridgesbdc.org/conference/2025-agribusiness-conference/