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SUMMARY:Adding Color to Your Landscape: Annuals & Perennials
DESCRIPTION:The Extension Gardener Training classes are open to anyone wanting to learn more about good gardening practices in Zone 7 based on research-based information. A new topic will be discussed each week during the series. You may join us for each of the six topics or you can choose which topics interest you. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/adding-color-to-your-landscape-annuals-perennials-tickets-464343362497
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/adding-color-to-your-landscape-annuals-perennials/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T134500
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SUMMARY:Growing Minds School Garden Training (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Students will eat what they grow! School gardens are an excellent tool for experiential learning and nutrition education. In this virtual workshop\, early care and education professionals will be trained to establish farm to school gardens and to integrate gardening into state and national curriculum. We will share resources to create or expand your garden program as well as tips and strategies for gardening with young children. We emphasize how to sustain a garden program by involving community partners\, such as parents\, farmers\, college students\, and agricultural professionals. Please register in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/growing-minds-school-garden-training-virtual/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150337Z
UID:29643-1678125600-1678132800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Small Farm Boot Camp: Putting a Plan to Work
DESCRIPTION:Objectives of Putting a Plan to Work: \nDetermine the goals of your farming operation.\nIdentify your resources.\nEvaluate the suitability of your resources to meet your goals. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-farm-boot-camp-putting-a-plan-to-work-tickets-464339661427
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-boot-camp-putting-a-plan-to-work/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20230222T195004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T195025Z
UID:30215-1677848400-1677855600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Farmer Listening Session - Greeneville\, TN
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Fiber Farmers!   \n  \nOur non-profit\, Local Cloth\, received a small grant  in 2022 to create a new online map and database of fiber farms in the Blue Ridge Mountains Fibershed (farms located within a 100 mile radius of Asheville\, NC). \n  \nAs part of this project\, we are holding Fiber Farmer Listening Sessions in three regions of our Fibershed this March: \n  \nMarch 1 at The Local Cloth Studio\, 6-8pm\, in Asheville\, NC \n  \nMarch 2 at Cherry Mountain Farm\, 1-3pm\, in Rutherfordton\, NC \n  \nMarch 3 at Two Roots Fiber Mill\, 1-3pm\, in Greeneville\, TN \n  \nThese gatherings are an opportunity to: \n  \n    – Become part of a new online map and database of fiber farmers in our region \n    – Discuss what resources you need to be successful and grow your market \n    – Contribute fiber samples to a sample book that will be shared with our region’s fiber artists and designers \n    – Drop off a sample of your washed fiber for assessment with a micron tester and learn about its potential for value-added goods \n    – Learn about the possibility of selling fiber to Local Cloth for the Blue Ridge Blankets Project \n    – Connect with other farmers in your region for networking\, community and support \n  \nWe will have a guest speaker at each location\, with topics including: agritourism\, grants available to fiber farmers\, and how to prepare your fiber for the mill. \n  \nPlus: Tours of Two Roots Fiber Mill and Cherry Mountain Farm. \n  \nThese events are FREE and refreshments will be served.   \n  \nRegistration is required.  Space is limited. \n  \nWe hope to see you there! \n  \nTo register\, please visit our website: \nhttps://localcloth.org/fiberfarmers 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/30215/
LOCATION:Two Roots Fiber Mill\, 3875 St James Rd\, Greeneville\, TN\, 37743\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T213000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20230222T162700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T162700Z
UID:30187-1677783600-1677792600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Farm Taxes Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Free\, virtual workshop live on Zoom. \nThe workshop will cover Recordkeeping & Accounting to Make Tax Filing Easier\, as well as Common Deductions in a Farm context\, Schedule F and 1040\, Filing Requirements\, and Hobby Loss Rules in Cultural Context. \nPlease note that when registering\, you’ll need to use an email address already connected to a Zoom account. \nFor more info on Agricultural Financial\, Tax and Asset Protection go to https://agftap.org/
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/farm-taxes-workshop/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20230222T194342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T194342Z
UID:30212-1677762000-1677769200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Farmer Listening Session - Rutherfordton\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Fiber Farmers!   \n  \nOur non-profit\, Local Cloth\, received a small grant  in 2022 to create a new online map and database of fiber farms in the Blue Ridge Mountains Fibershed (farms located within a 100 mile radius of Asheville\, NC). \n  \nAs part of this project\, we are holding Fiber Farmer Listening Sessions in three regions of our Fibershed this March: \n  \nMarch 1 at The Local Cloth Studio\, 6-8pm\, in Asheville\, NC \n  \nMarch 2 at Cherry Mountain Farm\, 1-3pm\, in Rutherfordton\, NC \n  \nMarch 3 at Two Roots Fiber Mill\, 1-3pm\, in Greeneville\, TN \n  \nThese gatherings are an opportunity to: \n  \n    – Become part of a new online map and database of fiber farmers in our region \n    – Discuss what resources you need to be successful and grow your market \n    – Contribute fiber samples to a sample book that will be shared with our region’s fiber artists and designers \n    – Drop off a sample of your washed fiber for assessment with a micron tester and learn about its potential for value-added goods \n    – Learn about the possibility of selling fiber to Local Cloth for the Blue Ridge Blankets Project \n    – Connect with other farmers in your region for networking\, community and support \n  \nWe will have a guest speaker at each location\, with topics including: agritourism\, grants available to fiber farmers\, and how to prepare your fiber for the mill. \n  \nPlus: Tours of Two Roots Fiber Mill and Cherry Mountain Farm. \n  \nThese events are FREE and refreshments will be served.   \n  \nRegistration is required.  Space is limited. \n  \nWe hope to see you there! \n  \nTo register\, please visit our website: \nhttps://localcloth.org/fiberfarmers 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/fiber-farmer-listening-session-rutherfordton-nc/
LOCATION:Cherry Mountain Farm\, 3946 US 64 Hwy\, Rutherfordton\, North Carolina\, 28139\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T160000
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CREATED:20230208T203440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T203440Z
UID:30088-1677693600-1677772800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Food Safety on Small Farms
DESCRIPTION:In this two-part workshop\, we’ll review aspects of food safety and post-harvest handling suitable for small and micro farms\, whose scale necessitates creative solutions for recommended best practices. Participants will gain an understanding of practical ways to maintain general food safety\, and the requirements farms must follow under the FSMA Produce Safety rule. You must register for the webinar on March 1 in order to participate in the on-farm portion of the training. \nWednesday\, March 1\, 2023. 6pm – 8pm – Online Workshop\nDay 1 offers a webinar format that will address important aspects of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)\, and highlight required actions for farms of any size. \nThursday\, March 2\, 2023. 2pm – 4pm – In-person Workshop in Alexander\, NC\nDay 2 will be an on-farm workshop at the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander\, where we will walk through a small-scale wash/pack facility and discuss design considerations.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/navigating-food-safety-on-small-farms/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20230222T193727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T194007Z
UID:30209-1677693600-1677700800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Fiber Farmer Listening Session - Asheville\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Fiber Farmers!   \n  \nOur non-profit\, Local Cloth\, received a small grant  in 2022 to create a new online map and database of fiber farms in the Blue Ridge Mountains Fibershed (farms located within a 100 mile radius of Asheville\, NC). \n  \nAs part of this project\, we are holding Fiber Farmer Listening Sessions in three regions of our Fibershed this March: \n  \nMarch 1 at The Local Cloth Studio\, 6-8pm\, in Asheville\, NC \n  \nMarch 2 at Cherry Mountain Farm\, 1-3pm\, in Rutherfordton\, NC \n  \nMarch 3 at Two Roots Fiber Mill\, 1-3pm\, in Greeneville\, TN \n  \nThese gatherings are an opportunity to: \n  \n    – Become part of a new online map and database of fiber farmers in our region \n    – Discuss what resources you need to be successful and grow your market \n    – Contribute fiber samples to a sample book that will be shared with our region’s fiber artists and designers \n    – Drop off a sample of your washed fiber for assessment with a micron tester and learn about its potential for value-added goods \n    – Learn about the possibility of selling fiber to Local Cloth for the Blue Ridge Blankets Project \n    – Connect with other farmers in your region for networking\, community and support \n  \nWe will have a guest speaker at each location\, with topics including: agritourism\, grants available to fiber farmers\, and how to prepare your fiber for the mill. \n  \nPlus: Tours of Two Roots Fiber Mill and Cherry Mountain Farm. \n  \nThese events are FREE and refreshments will be served.   \n  \nRegistration is required.  Space is limited. \n  \nWe hope to see you there! \n  \nTo register\, please visit our website: \nhttps://localcloth.org/fiberfarmers
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/fiber-farmer-listening-session-asheville-nc/
LOCATION:Local Cloth Studio\, 408 Depot Street\, Suite 100\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150447Z
UID:29642-1677520800-1677528000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Small Farm Boot Camp: Produce Safety & Post-Harvest Handling
DESCRIPTION:Objectives of Produce Safety & Post-Harvest Handling \nUnderstand produce harvest and post-harvest handling techniques for quality and safety.\nOutline general produce safety considerations for diversified fruit and vegetable farms.\nUnderstand the difference between third party food safety audits and federal regulations under FSMA Produce Safety Rule.\nDetermine where a farm falls under the FSMA Produce Safety Rule. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-farm-boot-camp-produce-safety-post-harvest-handling-tickets-464338979387
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-boot-camp-produce-safety-post-harvest-handling/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T000000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T151124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T151124Z
UID:29636-1677196800-1677369600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:30th Annual Spring Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Registration is NOW OPEN for our 30th Annual Spring Conference\, taking place February 24th-26th at Mars Hill University.\nYou’re in for a fun-filled weekend of learning and community building. This year we have 15 different Tracks on subjects such as: Cooking\, Food Justice\, Farming Business + Production\, Herbs\, Mushrooms\, Forest Farming\, Gardening\, Holistic Forestry\, Livestock & Poultry\, Living on the Land\, Permaculture\, Pests & Pollinators\, Soils\, and Sustainable Living! \nFor each Track subject\, there are 4 different classes to choose from taught by expert educators. There will also be 8 half-day workshops to choose from if you want to dive deep into subjects like Fermentation\, Spirulina Cultivation\, Invasive Vine Basketry\, and more! \nHead to our website to view the full Spring Conference schedule and register today! >> https://organicgrowersschool.org/conferences/spring/ \nOur new sliding scale pricing allows participants to access the price that meets their financial needs. Check out our blog for more info on Sliding Scale here >> http://bit.ly/3OSDE1z
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/30th-annual-spring-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Mars Hill University\, 100 Athletic Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 28754
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150141Z
UID:29645-1677175200-1677180600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:New to Vegetable Gardening?
DESCRIPTION:The Extension Gardener Training classes are open to anyone wanting to learn more about good gardening practices in Zone 7 based on research-based information. A new topic will be discussed each week during the series. You may join us for each of the six topics or you can choose which topics interest you. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-to-vegetable-gardening-tickets-464341476857
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/new-to-vegetable-gardening/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150657Z
UID:29641-1676916000-1676923200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Small Farm Boot Camp: Season Extension
DESCRIPTION:Objectives for Season Extension: \nUnderstand the advantages and disadvantages of season extension.\nRecognize different types of season extension .\nDevelop base knowledge in management practices (irrigation\, fertilization\, weeds).\nBecome familiar with the resources on obtaining and implementing season extension. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-farm-boot-camp-season-extension-tickets-464337956327
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-boot-camp-season-extension/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150252Z
UID:29644-1676570400-1676575800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:The Basics of Growing Fruits & Berries
DESCRIPTION:The Extension Gardener Training classes are open to anyone wanting to learn more about good gardening practices in Zone 7 based on research-based information. A new topic will be discussed each week during the series. You may join us for each of the six topics or you can choose which topics interest you. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-basics-of-growing-fruits-berries-tickets-464340604247
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/the-basics-of-growing-fruits-berries/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20230214T171108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T171343Z
UID:30136-1676548800-1676552400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with RAFI: Learn about NRCS programs
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn with RAFI about Natural Resource and Conservation Services programs to farmers: Come to an easy virtual lunch and learn hosted by OGS and RAFI to learn about NRCS programs available to farmers
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/lunch-and-learn-with-rafi-learn-about-nrcs-programs/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150738Z
UID:29640-1676311200-1676318400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Small Farm Boot Camp: Small Fruit Production
DESCRIPTION:Objectives for Small Fruit Production: \nUnderstand production requirements to grow small fruit production for market.\nAnalyze a site’s suitability for fruit production by identifying key elements.\nDemonstrate proper fruit pruning.\nEvaluate various marketing channels and select the best option. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-farm-boot-camp-small-fruit-production-tickets-464337294347
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-boot-camp-small-fruit-production/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221101T172453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T172453Z
UID:29378-1676104200-1676131200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:ASAP's Business of Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:ASAP’s 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. \nScholarships available for BIPOC and limited-resource farms. \nSponsorship and exhibitor opportunities. \nRegistration is open now!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/asaps-business-of-farming-conference/
LOCATION:A-B Tech Conference Center\, 16 Fernihurst Dr.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20230119T133933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T133933Z
UID:29782-1675785600-1675789200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Fermentation Club
DESCRIPTION:Fermenti Foods presents…\nWe NOW Have A Store!!!! Located at 175 Weaverville Highway Unit G Asheville\, NC 28804!\nHours: Saturday 10-4pm & Tuesday 12-5pm \nOur NEW FERMENTATION CLUB will meet the 1st Tuesday of every month from 4-5pm at our store in Woodfin\, NC.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/fermentation-club/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150843Z
UID:29639-1675706400-1675713600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Small Farm Boot Camp: Vegetable Production
DESCRIPTION:Objectives for Vegetable Production: \nUnderstand how to do a farm site analysis.\nUnderstand key aspects of crop production to produce marketable crops.\nUnderstand key aspects of crop protection with introduction to IPM. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-farm-boot-camp-vegetable-production-tickets-464336622337
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-boot-camp-vegetable-production/
LOCATION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension McDowell County Center\, 60 East Court Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221130T202439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T202439Z
UID:29562-1675699200-1675704600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeping with Ashley English
DESCRIPTION:Pondering “to bee or not to bee”? Come explore all things related to backyard beekeeping with local author Ashley English. Together we’ll discuss the basics of getting started with keeping a hive of honeybees. Topics include: What to consider beforehand\, housing\, feeding\, essential equipment\, obtaining bees\, hive inspections\, a year of bee care\, health and wellness\, and honey. \nRegistration Required- Call the Edneyville Library at 828-685-0110 to register. \nThis free program for all ages is funded by the Friends of the Library.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/backyard-beekeeping-with-ashley-english/
LOCATION:Henderson County Public Library – Edneyville Branch\, 2 Firehouse Rd\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20230119T134040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T134040Z
UID:29795-1675159200-1675173600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Hemp Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Join NC State University researchers and area growers to learn about new opportunities for hemp production focusing on fiber and value-added products made from hemp biomass\, including spent materials from floral hemp. Topics include agronomic research\, variety trials\, and innovative consumer bioproducts. Registration is free\, lunch is provided.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/industrial-hemp-opportunities/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T150949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T150949Z
UID:29638-1675101600-1675108800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Small Farm Boot Camp: Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:The soil health and management module is meant as a basic introduction to soil health concepts. The aim of the module is to inform participants of how important soil is to farm health and productivity\, considerations for managing soil health\, and management practices that may improve environmental\, economic\, and productivity outcomes. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-farm-boot-camp-soil-health-tickets-464336211107
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-boot-camp-soil-health/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221215T151035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T151527Z
UID:29637-1674496800-1674504000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Small Farm Boot Camp: Getting Started With Local Food Production
DESCRIPTION:Getting Started With Local Food Production provides an introduction to local food systems\, community assets to help you get started\, and identifying market channels and strategies to help you grow your small farm business. \nWelcome to Small Farm Boot Camp! The training contains 7 modules. You may take one\, a few\, or all depending on your needs. \nThis training was developed by Specialists and Extension Agents with North Carolina Cooperative Extension Local Food Program.\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-farm-boot-camp-getting-started-with-local-food-production-tickets-464335639397
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-boot-camp-getting-started-with-local-food-production/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221110T153428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T153849Z
UID:29463-1670248800-1670256000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Accessing Capital & Loan Preparation for Small Farm Businesses
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF)\, AB-Tech Small Business Center\, and ASAP\, this workshop will explore ways to access capital\, how to prepare for a loan\, and explain how access to capital affects the success of a small farm business.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/accessing-capital-loan-preparation-for-small-farm-businesses/
LOCATION:A-B Tech\, Enka Campus\, 1463 Sand Hill Road\, Candler\, NC\, 28715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221110T153338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T154036Z
UID:29464-1670248800-1670256000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Acceso a Capital y Preparación de Préstamos Para Pequeñas Empresas Agrícolas
DESCRIPTION:En colaboración con el Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF)\, AB-Tech Small Business Center y ASAP\, este taller explorará formas de acceder al capital\, cómo prepararse para un préstamo y explica cómo el acceso al capital afecta el éxito de un pequeño negocio agrícola.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/acceso-a-capital-y-preparacion-de-prestamos-para-pequenas-empresas-agricolas/
LOCATION:A-B Tech\, Enka Campus\, 1463 Sand Hill Road\, Candler\, NC\, 28715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221012T182218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182218Z
UID:29178-1670058000-1670072400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Hendersonville Farmers Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Market featuring favorite community craft vendors\, baked goods\, local products and late fall produce.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/hendersonville-farmers-market-holiday-market-2/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Farmers Market\, 650 Maple Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221116T210629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T210629Z
UID:29527-1669906800-1669921200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Kudzu Culture Fair
DESCRIPTION:Curious about kudzu? Join Kudzu Culture and Cooperate WNC on December 1\, from 3 – 7pm\, at The Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Mills River\, North Carolina\, for the inaugural Kudzu Culture Fair. Participants are invited to attend a Root Harvest Training from 3:30 – 5pm in the auditorium\, followed by a Kudzu Craft and Products Fair from 5 – 7pm\, featuring regional art\, craft\, and culinary and herbal products made from kudzu. \nHoriko-San (堀り子さん) is what kudzu root diggers are called in Japan. Often these diggers are farmers who wild-harvest kudzu roots during the cold season as a supplement to their farming. Here in Western North Carolina we have a legacy of herbal root digging and we have an opportunity to aggregate high-quality kudzu roots for cooperate processing. We hope to see you on December 1 to learn and share all things kudzu\, including how to be a Horiko-San! Together we will discuss the need for cooperative kudzu harvesting\, aggregation and processing in order to strengthen a regional kudzu supply chain. \nIf you are interested in volunteering or vending please email kudzuculture@gmail.com or call Kudzu Culture at 828-280-7874. Volunteer roles for December 1 include helping with setup\, vendor load-in\, and cleanup.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/kudzu-culture-fair/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221012T182331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182331Z
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SUMMARY:Flat Rock Farmers Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Local craft items will be for sale during the holiday market\, plus\, james and jellies\, prepared foods\, baked goods\, natural body-care products\, and late fall crops.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/flat-rock-farmers-market-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Flat Rock Farmers Market\, 2720 Greenville Hwy.\, Flat Rock\, NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221101T172023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T172023Z
UID:29376-1668938400-1668960000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Improving Farm Communications (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication is essential and can be transformative for your farm operation. In this two-day long interactive workshop\, Improving Farm Communication\, participants will address real-life situations to learn about communication styles\, ways to have better conversations\, and have a chance to practice new skills. In this workshop\, we will cover the basics of Nonviolent Communication (NVC)\, aka Compassionate Communication\, and how it can be applied to your personal\, farm life\, and business. On-farm communication is critical for farm viability and is one of the most common sources of conflict and frustration for farmers\, family members\, business partners\, employees\, and customers. \nCome if you:\nAre part of a farm family or farm team\nSee the benefit of improved communication skills\nWould like to have conversations that aren’t so awkward\nAre ready to tackle difficult conversations\nFind the stress of farm life difficult to express to others \nCost: $20 for a two-day workshop\, including lunch on both days.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/improving-farm-communications-part-2/
LOCATION:Creekside Farms Education Center\, 339 Avery Creek Rd\, Arden\, NC\, 28704
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221012T182406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182406Z
UID:29175-1668848400-1668862800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Mills River Farm Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Market featuring community craft vendors\, late fall produce and local products.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/mills-river-farm-market-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Mills River Farmers Market\, Highway 280\, Mills River\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T190850
CREATED:20221012T182205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182205Z
UID:29177-1668848400-1668862800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Hendersonville Farmers Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Market featuring favorite community craft vendors\, baked goods\, local products and late fall produce.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/hendersonville-farmers-market-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Farmers Market\, 650 Maple Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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