Legal Structures for Small Growers

Choosing the right legal structure for your food growing enterprise is  important but also something that should be reviewed as your project develops and takes shape. Key implications to consider are governance – who has ultimate control and is legally responsible.

Your choice will depend on issues such as how many people are involved in the enterprise, funding routes (see section on funding), who will be liable for the risk. This document gives an overview of the main options available.