Workshop on Finding Farmland: Affordable Approaches to Land Access Nov. 1, 2018
Accessing land is one of the most complex financial decisions that you will make as a farmer. This workshop …
The Haywood County Center Local Foods contact is Julie Sawyer.
Local Foods
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Backyard Flocks and Eggs (from poultry.ces.ncsu.edu)
- From Farm to Fork: A Guide to Building North Carolina's Sustainable Local Food Economy
- Growing Small Farms - NCCE Chatham County Center
Information Portals
- Local Food -- a Flagship Program for North Carolina Cooperative Extension
- NC Community Gardens
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
Key Local Food Topics
- Local Food System Supply Chain
- NC Organizations and State Partners
- Nutrition and Health
- Strong Communities
- Youth, Families and Communities
Resources
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