NC State Plant Science Initiative Fosters Innovation
N.C. Cooperative Extension Centers across the state provide direct support for farmers. No matter the crop, local experts are …
Street Address: 49 Mount Carmel Rd
Suite 102
Asheville, NC 28806
Suite 102
Asheville, NC 28806
Mailing Address: 49 Mount Carmel Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
Asheville, NC 28806
Job Description Small Farm topics including beginning farms, vegetable/fruit/specialty crops, beekeeping
Recent Posts by Meghan Baker
2025 Agricultural Disaster Crop Loss Program - Apply before May 4!
In late March, North Carolina’s Governor Stein and the General Assembly authorized funding through the Disaster Recovery Act of …
Financial Assistance for Farms and Small Businesses
As we continue to navigate through the immediate recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, financial assistance for farms and farm-based …
Helene Aftermath: WNC Farm Assistance and Information
Tremendous efforts are ongoing to bring assistance, donations, and critical supplies to Buncombe County and the larger WNC region …
WNC AgOptions Grant Program Offers Information Sessions
For the past twenty years, the WNC AgOptions Grant Program has enabled small farms in the region to adapt …
It's Honeybee Swarm Season
There are many natural phenomena that signal the official return of spring. One of the most dramatic displays is …
Regional Grants for Buncombe Small Farms
The WNC AgOptions grant program has had a huge impact on farms across the region. Exclusively funded by the …
When Production Issues Lead to Unexpected Positive Impacts: Focus on Microgreens
Speciality crops are inherently unique, and often under-researched when it comes to production information and recommendations. A local microgreen …