San Juan College

University center name
Harvest Food Hub and Kitchen
Location
310 W. Animas Street Farmington, NM 87410
Region
Austin
Year one
2023
Contact
Dr. Lorenzo Reyes, Vice President of Workforce and Economic Development ([email protected])
Additional Contact
Jacqueline Montoya, Harvest Food Hub Kitchen Manager ([email protected], 505-566-3742, 505-566-3964)

San Juan College (SJC) University Center will focus on collaboration with retailers to develop local sections in major retail stores for products. Develop a cohort of food processors/entrepreneurs in the kitchen and develop a resource guide for food entrepreneurs, including training support and support organizations. Creating an entrepreneurial hub to support business development strategies and enhance profitability through marketing and sales techniques, new product development analyses, and identification of new markets (including international markets). Supporting the regional talent pool through industry-led workforce development, professional and leadership development, and core business training. Assisting entrepreneurs to establish companies to commercialize technology or innovate products and services.