Program
Starts September 5th, 2025
BizUp Farmworkers
The Farmworkers Advancement Program is a free, hands-on training and business support program for small farmers in the Inland Empire. Through bilingual workshops, personalized coaching, and financial incentives, participants will learn how to start or grow a small business in agriculture or related fields. This program is designed to help farm workers and aspiring farm owners gain new skills, earn more income, and build a better future for their families.
Program Journey
Application (open until August 31st)
To participate, you must meet the following criteria:
Reside in or operate your business in Riverside or San Bernardino County
Have prior experience in farming or the agriculture industry
And one of the following must apply:
You are planning to start a farm or agriculture-related business, or
You currently own or operate a farm or agriculture business
Since much of the program is delivered online, participants must also have:
Access to a computer and stable internet connection
Basic familiarity with Zoom
6 months, starts September 5th
Mandatory
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Virtual 10-session course
Covers compliance, finance, marketing and more
One-on-one business consulting offered by Caravan SBDC
No-cost
2 months
Mandatory
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
5 courses
Integrate cutting-edge techology into your farming
Video courses and hands-on in-person trainings
No-cost
Offered by From the Land
$5,850 grants available to support your business
Up to 50 participants selected
Getting in is about access. Advancing is about commitment.
We believe in creating access and opportunity. That’s why admission into the program is not competitive — if you meet the minimum eligibility requirements, you’re in. Our goal is to provide as many qualified entrepreneurs as possible with the tools, training, and support they need to move their ideas forward. However, progressing through the program — and qualifying for funding opportunities at the end — is competitive and based on performance, participation, and meeting additional benchmarks. This ensures that resources are allocated to those who are most prepared to launch or grow their ventures and demonstrate readiness for next-stage support. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Entrepreneurs value Caravanserai
"Your support has meant so much to me, not just in learning new things, but in believing that I have something valuable to offer. You've given me the confidence to keep moving forward with hope and purpose. Thank you for walking beside me on this journey."
Gonzalo Pacheco, 2024 BizUp Farmworkers Graduate
Our Funders
EDD
OCIESBDC
Our Partners
From the Land
"In the Inland Empire, small farmers need agriculture tech training that’s practical, affordable, and built for their reality. We’re closing the gap between innovation and access - so more growers can thrive.”
Dr. Gina Oliver, Co-founder, From the Land
