WNC Agricultural Options Program (a.k.a., WNC AgOptions)

WNC Communities is requesting $735,000 over three years from the NCTTFC to continue to expand the WNC AgOptions program. These funds will provide at least 100 new demonstration grants over three years to help family farmers in Western NC diversify and expand their...

Energy Conservation Program (E-CAP)

NCTTFC cost-share assistance will provide 25% cost-share grants to WNC farmers for energy efficiency or renewable energy projects that increase agricultural output and/or decrease energy costs. The program will become a cornerstone of our current energy outreach...

Farm Land Access Program

The project will strengthen North Carolina’s agricultural economy by providing education and technical assistance for new and beginning farmers. It will assist them in acquiring agricultural land for production and enhancing their access to educational and mentorship...

WNC Agricultural Options Program (a.k.a., WNC AgOptions)

This is a three years project to continue and expand the WNC AgOptions program. These funds will provide at least 100 new demonstration grants over three years to help family farmers in Western North Carolina diversify and expand their farming operations and replace...

Rental Equipment for Small Farms

The Buncombe County Agricultural and Land Resource Department will purchase a lime and a manure spreader to make available for rent for small farms. Liming and manure application aid in soil fertility, soil health, increased water retention, along with providing a...