2020 Program
In February 2020 the WNC Agricultural Options program awarded 40 farm businesses a total of $216,000 in grants to assist in farm diversification and expansion.
Eight of the farm businesses received $3,000 and 32 received $6,000. The N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission is the exclusive financial supporter of WNC AgOptions, which aims to build sustainable farming communities in the mountain region by providing resources directly to farmers.
Click here to see a list of the 2020 recipients.
Mission of WNC AgOptions: Building sustainable farming communities in our mountain region by providing resources directly to farmers who are diversifying or expanding their operations.
The ultimate goal of WNC AgOptions is to protect mountain farmland by assisting the longevity of farm enterprises and encouraging groups of farmers to solve logistical challenges in the local agricultural system.
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2021 GRANTS AVAILABLE
WNC Agricultural Options is now accepting grant applications from farmers diversifying or expanding their businesses. With funding from the N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission, WNC AgOptions is distributing a total of $216,000 to western North Carolina farmers in 2021. The … View >>
2021 Request for Proposals — Issued Sept. 1, 2020
INFORMATIONAL VIDEO To watch an hour-long information presentation, click below. RECORDED PRESENTATION IMPORTANT DATES INTENT TO APPLY DEADLINE: October 23, 2020 APPLICATIONS DUE: November 20, 2020 (noon deadline if submitted by email) DOWNLOAD APPLICATION Download in WORD … View >>
2020 GRANTEES ANNOUNCED
Diversifying farmers in western North Carolina are receiving support to offset the risk of expanding and trying new ventures. WNC Agricultural Options awarded 40 farm businesses a total of $216,000 in $3,000 and $6,000 grants. Funded projects include one of … View >>