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Meghan BakerExtension Agent, Agriculture - Small Farms N.C. Cooperative Extension, Buncombe County Center

Tropical Storm Fred occurred moths ago, but many farmers are still dealing with the damage of this devastating weather …

The NC Alternative Crops and Organics Program is hosting a Truffle Field Day! Please join us on December 7, 2021, from …

Are you excited about the recent wave of agritourism opportunities in WNC? Want to learn more or share your …

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reported last week that the invasive insect pest, the Spotted Lanternfly, …

Cover cropping is an important practice for all farming types, including row crops, vegetables, organic, conventional, and regenerative. Learn …

Local farms that suffered damage from Tropical Storm Fred now have two new funding options that may help them …

Farmer Relief Grant Funds With our farming communities reeling from the disastrous flooding from Tropical Storm Fred, there is also …

Flooding impacts from the dramatic rain event on August 17th have had devastating effects on farms across the region. …

Industrial hemp has created a wide range of interest since the North Carolina Pilot Program began in 2015. Since …

The Eastern Broccoli Project is wrapping up a decade of variety trials showcasing summer production of commercial crown cut …

For small farmers facing the economic strain of replacing plastic on greenhouses or high tunnels, good news is in …

Check out The Small Farms Newsletter – April Issue! Enjoy information for small farmers, both new and established, on topics ranging …