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Fresh at Farmers Markets
After weekend market closures, freezing temperatures and even some snow last week, we’re all itching to get back to our regularly scheduled farmers markets for some fresh, local produce! Winter is a great time to lend additional grocery shopping to local farmers as they brave the elements and weather through their slowest season. Find a…
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Local Food & Farm Stories
Ali and Brian Tingley
Ali and Brian are in the midst of moving their farm, Seven Seeds Farm, from Burnsville to Marshall. As beginning farmers, they have a few market outlets including a spring and main season CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) that support their farm year-round. Ali and Brian have big dreams for their new space including an expanded…
Upcoming Events
Business of Farming Conference
WHEN: Feb. 22, 2025
WHERE: Blue Ridge Community College, 49 E Campus Dr. Flat Rock, NC 28731
The annual Business of Farming Conference brings together professional farmers from across the Southeast region to network and share resources to grow their farm businesses. Farmers learn about marketing, business planning, and financial management from regional experts and innovative peers. The conference is designed for beginning and established farmers as well as those seriously considering farming as a profession. A limited number of scholarships are available.
Appalachian Grown Gathering
WHEN: April 25, 2025 | 5–8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Yesterday Spaces, Leicester, NC
ASAP invites you to join us at the table in support of local food and farms. For more than 20 years, ASAP has been creating connections between our region’s farmers, restaurants, and community. Now, we’re celebrating the ways our community has come together to rebuild, grow, and discover our resilience. Enjoy a tapas-style dinner of four small plates and a plated dessert. Plus, chat with the chefs and farmers that created each dish!