Appalachian MoonShine, Bourbon and Whiskey Distilled in the Mountain State
Dwayne Freeman, owner of Appalachian Distillery, talked with Jim Matuga, host of The Positively West Virginia Podcast, about his business, his best business moment so far, the biggest challenge he is facing and his advice for new business owners. Appalachian...Bringing California Love to West Virginia: Wonder Valley Farm
Wonder Valley Farm, co-owned by Sierra Cox, is a veteran-owned agritourism business in Gandeeville, West Virginia, that concentrates on lavender, bees and forest botanicals. Cox and her business partner traded in their uniforms for overalls when they separated from...Farm to Table Culture in West Virginia
Daniel Vineyards, founded in 1990, is a family owned and operated conservation grape farm and estate winery. Their 192 acre property, which is a former golf course, boasts 30 acres of perfectly manicured West Virginia grown grapes. Daniel Vineyards grows 15 grape...Advice to New Entrepreneurs in Agriculture
John Hyre, executive director of Hickory Ridge Farm and Preston County Workshop, gave us great advice to new entrepreneurs who listen to our podcast.
West Virginia Resources That Can Help Your Business
When you are starting out in developing your business, you should use all of the resources around you. West Virginia resources such as the Small Business Association (SBA) and the Department of Agriculture could benefit you.