Diversifying farmers in western North Carolina are receiving support to offset the risk of expanding and trying new ventures. WNC Agricultural Options awarded 39 farm businesses a total of $216,000 in $3,000 and $6,000 grants on Thursday at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Mills River. Farm projects include a new meadery operation, the expansion of heirloom wheat and rye flour production and an agritourism endeavor that will create a new “Pizza Farm.” (CLICK FOR MORE)
Awarded projects often have high potential for demonstration to other diversifying growers in the re...
Mission of WNC AgOptions
To build sustainable farming communities in our mountain region by providing resources directly to farmers who are diversifying or expanding their operations.