Turn favorite recipes into business realities

PARIS — Your friends and family rave about your homemade chowder, biscotti, blueberry jam, fudge, or other special food product. They say you should sell it and make a fortune. Are they right? Where do you start?

To find answers, University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a five-part workshop series at the UMaine Extension in South Paris beginning September 11, and running every Tuesday through October 9.

“From Recipe to Market: Cashing in on Value-Added Opportunities” provides an overview of what is involved in taking a specialty food product to market. Learn about licensing, how to prepare and package food products safely, to assess potential profits and discover resources available to support a developing business.

You must have a specific food product or recipe in mind and are expected to attend all sessions. This program is for individuals currently operating a value-added business or those seriously considering one.

The program cost is $40 per person (scholarships available). Registrations must be received by September 3 to reserve a space. For complete info and on-line registration, visit www.umaine.edu/oxford/from-recipe-to-market or call 743-6329, toll free 1-800-287-1482 or e-mail lesley.quick@mine.edu. UMaine Extension programs are open and accessible to all in accordance with program goals.