Financial projections for the three businesses under the umbrella company of U-GO Industries
Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm:
Projected Goal: Sell 20 yd per day 5 days a week at $60 a yard which would be a gross sell of $1,200 per day in a 5-day workweek.
- Commercial
- Cannabis
- Farms - Schnepf
- Community gardens / associations (Project Roots, Tiger Mountain)
- Landscapers, installers (Galaxy Gardens)
- Residential
- Homeowners
Seasonal
Projected Daily Revenue: $1,200
Projected Weekly Revenue: $6,000
Projected Monthly Revenue: $24,000
Gross Profit Margin: 40%
Projected Annual Revenue: $288,000
Projected Annual Gross Profit: $115,200
Country Farm Services:
- Manure removal
- Natural bandages for animals, natural tums, etc.
Projected Goal: 3 loads per day at $200 per load, equaling $600 per day
Projected Daily Revenue: $600
Projected Weekly Revenue: $3,000
Projected Monthly Revenue: $12,000
Gross Profit Margin: 40%
Projected Annual Revenue: $144,000
Projected Annual Gross Profit: $57,600
Green Thumbs Recycling:
- Commercial
- Landscapers, arborists
- Restaurants
- Residential
- Home pickup
- Events (farmers markets)
Projected Daily Green Waste Revenue: $200 - $300
Projected Daily Compost Sales Revenue: $200
Projected Weekly Revenue: $1,500
Projected Monthly Revenue: $6,000
Gross Profit Margin: 40%
Projected Annual Revenue: $72,000
Projected Annual Gross Profit: $28,800
Overall Business Plan for U-GO Industries:
Projected Annual Revenue: $504,000
Projected Annual Gross Profit: $201,600
Business plan:
Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm:
Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm specializes in selling high-quality, organic compost, and living soil to farmers and homeowners in the local area. They also sell red wigglers and other products for gardening.
Key strengths:
- Quality products: The company takes pride in producing high-quality organic compost and living soil made from locally sourced ingredients.
- Expertise: The company has a team of experienced professionals who understand the science of organic composting and soil preparation.
- Sustainable practices: The company is committed to sustainability and uses eco-friendly processes to produce its products.
Marketing efforts will be focused on building relationships with local farmers, landscaping companies, and homeowners who are interested in sustainable gardening practices. The company will also focus on creating a strong online presence, including a website and social media accounts.
Country Farm Services:
Country Farm Services specializes in providing farm animal services, including manure hauling, and farm animal care for small to large farms. The company offers wheelbarrow-friendly dumpsters and bulk haul-off services to meet clients' specific needs.
Key strengths:
- Expertise: The company has a team of experienced professionals who are knowledgeable in providing farm animal services.
- Quality service: The company is committed to offering high-quality services that meet the individual needs of each client.
- Flexibility: The company offers flexible hauling service options, including monthly accounts, to meet clients' needs.
Marketing efforts will be focused on building relationships with local farmers who are interested in high-quality farm animal services. The company will also focus on creating a strong online presence, including a website and social media accounts.
Green Thumbs Recycling:
Green Thumbs Recycling is a business that accepts green waste and animal farm waste from Country Farm Services. The business also offers a food scrap recycling program for residential homes and provides free compost in return. The company is focused on sustainability and keeping waste out of landfills.
Key strengths:
- Sustainable practices: The company is committed to sustainability and uses eco-friendly processes to recycle waste materials.
- Community involvement: The food scrap program encourages community involvement in sustainable practices.
- Partnerships: The company's partnership with Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm provides a reliable source of compost materials.
Marketing efforts will be focused on building relationships with local residents who are interested in reducing their carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices. The company will also focus on creating a strong online presence, including a website and social media accounts.
Overall Business Plan:
These three businesses will work together to offer a comprehensive range of farm and gardening services for clients. Country Farm Services will provide care and hauling services for farm animals and their waste products. Green Thumbs Recycling will recycle green waste, farm animal waste, and food scraps, and Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm will use these recycled materials to create high-quality, organic compost and living soil. This partnership creates a complete system of sustainable farming practices.
Marketing efforts will be focused on building relationships with local farmers, landscaping companies, and homeowners interested in sustainable gardening practices and responsible waste disposal.
Pay scale & monthly schedule
Growers Best Organics, Country Farm Services and Green Thumbs Recycling:
Salesperson:
- $10 per cubic yard sold of compost and or soils or possibly 10% of total
Salesperson:
- One-time sign-on bonus of 50% of the first service charge for any new farm service accounts or Green Thumbs Recycling accounts
- 5% recurring commission for each time the customer is charged on that account
Driver:
- 25% of the total charged to the customer for any driving positions
Detailed schedule of actions to achieve the goals:
May:
- Develop a marketing plan to attract more Country Farm Services clients.
- Develop a sales incentive program to promote new sales.
- Begin marketing efforts for Green Thumbs Recycling's food scrap program.
- Plan and start construction for coffee shop.
June:
- Finalize marketing plan for new Country Farm Services clients.
- Finalize sales incentive program.
- Launch marketing efforts for Green Thumbs Recycling's food scrap program.
- Continue planning and construction for coffee shop.
July:
- Implement marketing plan and incentivize sales for Country Farm Services.
- Continue promoting Green Thumbs Recycling's food scrap program.
- Continue construction for coffee shop.
August:
- Continue to execute the marketing plan to attract new Country Farm Services clients.
- Continue to promote Green Thumbs Recycling's food scrap program.
- Continue construction for coffee shop.
- Begin preparing Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm for the October rush.
September:
- Final push for marketing and sales for Country Farm Services.
- Promote the upcoming launch of the coffee shop and advertise special deals and promotions.
- Begin promoting gift cards for holiday sales.
- Ensure Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm is fully prepared for a busy October season.
- Promote soil and mulch sales for the upcoming holidays.
October:
- Launch the coffee shop with a grand opening event.
- Ensure Growers Best Organics Nursery and Worm Farm is adequately staffed and prepared for the influx of customers.
- Winter rye reseeding
- Promote gift cards, soil, and mulch sales for the upcoming holidays.
- Finalize year-end financial projections and adjust business strategies accordingly.
November-December:
- Continue to promote gift cards, soil, and mulch sales throughout the holiday season.
- Analyze year-end financial results and plan for the upcoming year.
- Hold employee appreciation events to acknowledge their contributions throughout the year.
- Take a well-deserved break!