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SUMMARY:Small Farm Produce Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This hands on workshop will cover the basics of produce food safety for small and medium scale farms. We will provide training for anyone who grows\, harvests and packs fresh produce.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/small-farm-produce-safety-workshop/
LOCATION:Haywood County Co-operative Extension\, 589 Raccoon Rd\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:2025 Specialty Crop Production Workshop: Soil Restoration
DESCRIPTION:This regional workshop will focus on soil health and will be beneficial for those impacted by the storm and for those wanting to improve their overall soil health in the future. The workshop will feature presentations on soil remediation after the storm\, whole farm and crop insurance\, cover crops\, and biochar.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-specialty-crop-production-workshop-soil-restoration/
LOCATION:Haywood County Co-operative Extension\, 589 Raccoon Rd\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
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SUMMARY:Restoring the Farm: From the Ground Up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center for Working Lands at Warren Wilson College\, North Carolina State University and North Carolina Cooperative Extension for the first in a series of applied\, field-based events focused on restoring and adding resilience to WNC farms impacted by Hurricane Helene. This kick off event brings together experts in soil restoration\, soil ecology\, soil amendments and food safety. Workshops will provide important and useful information for farmers\, landowners and anyone interested in post-flood soil impacts and mitigation. \nTopics include:\n– Soil microbiome health for flood-impacted soils. Dr. Mallory Choudior\n– Water quality and food safety considerations. Elena Rogers\n– Best practices for mitigating impacts of flood deposits. Dr. Ekrem Ozlu\n– Demonstration of “Ring of Fire” and “Oregon” biochar systems \nBring your own lunch – coffee and drinks will be provided
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/restoring-the-farm-from-the-ground-up/
LOCATION:Warren Wilson College Farm\, 701 Warren Wilson Road\, Swannanoa \, NC\, 28805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Free Farm Hickory Nut Gap Farm Tour with Jamie Ager
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Farm Tour! \nHickory Nut Gap offers four complimentary tours each year\, led by farmer\, founder\, and CEO Jamie Ager. These tours are an opportunity to connect with our story and explore the principles of regenerative farming firsthand. \nJamie and his wife\, Amy\, launched the modern-day Hickory Nut Gap in 2000\, building on four generations of farming wisdom. We’re excited to welcome you and share how regenerative practices shape our farm and community.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/free-farm-hickory-nut-gap-farm-tour-with-jamie-ager/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T153000
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SUMMARY:ASAP's CSA Fair
DESCRIPTION:CSA Fairs are a chance to meet local farmers face-to-face and learn more about CSA programs. You can ask questions about what products are included in the CSA box throughout the year\, the farm’s growing practices\, payment options\, and pickup locations. Attendees can sign up for a CSA during the fair or follow up with farmers later. All farms at ASAP’s CSA Fair offer CSA pickup locations or delivery in Buncombe County. ASAP’s CSA Fair is family-friendly\, with activities for kids and community connections. \nHave questions about how CSAs (or Community Supported Agriculture) work? Learn more here and compare CSA farms throughout the region.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/asaps-csa-fair-3/
LOCATION:YWCA of Asheville\, 185 S. French Broad Ave.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Organic Growers School Spring Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Southeast’s largest gathering of farmers\, gardeners\, and sustainability advocates at Organic Growers School’s (OGS) 2025 Spring Conference! This year’s theme\, Resilience\, Recovery\, and Renewal\, focuses on building stronger\, more sustainable communities. \nHighlights include:\n🌱 32+ workshops across 8 tracks (Gardening\, Soils\, Mushrooms\, and more)\n🌱 New tracks on off-grid systems\, mutual aid\, and resilience practices\n🌱 Inspiring expert speakers like Dan Brisebois\, Pam Dawling\, and Chris Smith \nSpecial Features:\nCommunity Room\, exhibitor hall\, Southeastern Seed & Plant Exchange\, and delicious local meals. \n🎟️ Early Bird Deal: 50% off weekend and single-day passes for a limited time! Register now: organicgrowersschool.org/spring-conference
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/organic-growers-school-spring-conference/
LOCATION:Mars Hill University\, 100 Athletic Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 28754
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Seeds for Success! A Lecture on Seed Saving & Sovereignty
DESCRIPTION:Preservation of heirloom seeds helps to ensure future generations maintain a reliable food supply\, supports financial self-reliance\, preserves agricultural heritage\, and reflects cultural traditions. This half-day workshop on the practice of seed saving will be led by Chris Smith from the Utopian Seed Project and Mary Thompson from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Attendees will hear an introduction to Seed Saving and how to increase income from seed sales and will experience a demonstration of Utopian Seed Project’s Mobile Seed Processing Unit. Mary Thompson will share her seed-saving experience\, related pottery\, and issues surrounding tribal food security and sovereignty. Presenters will also cover Technical Aspects and Considerations of Seed Saving\, Implications of Climate Change on Seed Saving\, and Enterprise Budget Development for Profitable Seed Saving. \nCost: No Charge \nTo Register: Seeds for Success or call Southwestern Community College Small Business Center at 828 339-4426 \nQuestions: Call EBCI Extension Agent Eric Mullen\, 828-359-6928 or EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems Director\, Laura Lauffer\, 828-359-6936 \nThis workshop is a collaboration between the NC Cooperative Extension – Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Office\, EmPOWERING Mountain Food Systems & Utopian Seed Project\, supported in part by the Southwestern Community College Small Business Center. \nABOUT N.C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION \nNorth Carolina Cooperative Extension is a strategic partnership of NC State Extension\, The Cooperative Extension Program at N.C. A&T State University\, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA)\, and local government partners statewide. Extension delivers research-based education and technology from NC State and N.C. A&T that enriches the lives\, land and economy of North Carolinians. Extension professionals in all 100 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee provide educational programs specializing in agriculture\, youth\, communities\, health and the environment. \nNC State University and N.C. A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity regardless of race\, color\, national origin\, religion\, political beliefs\, family and marital status\, sex\, age\, veteran status\, sexual identity\, genetic information or disability. NC State\, N.C. A&T\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, and local governments cooperating. \n 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/seeds-for-success-a-lecture-on-seed-saving-sovereignty/
LOCATION:NC Cooperative Extension Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Office\, 876 Acquoni Rd\, Cherokee\, NC\, 28719\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T090000
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SUMMARY:Western NC Farm Succession School
DESCRIPTION:Farmers and farm families across Western North Carolina are invited to take part in the NC Farm Succession School\, a full-day workshop focused on helping farm families plan for the future. With over half of North Carolina’s farmers over the age of 65 and the USDA estimating that nearly 70% of farmland will change ownership over the next two decades\, many farm families will be facing transition issues in the upcoming years. \nThe NC Farm Succession School is designed to address key issues in farm transitions\, including family communication\, retirement planning\, long-term care\, and estate planning. Offered by NC State Extension\, the workshop provides participants with practical tools and guidance to ensure their farm’s legacy is preserved and successfully passed on to the next generation. \nWestern NC Session\nDate: March 27\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nLocation: WNC Regional Livestock Center\, 474 Stock Dr\, Canton\, NC 28716\nRegistration: $25 (Includes lunch)\nRegister Here: go.ncsu.edu/farmlegacy \nSpace is limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights and strategies for securing your farm’s future. For additional details\, visit the registration links above or contact Stephen Bishop\, Western Director of NC FarmLink\, at (704) 472-4365.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/western-nc-farm-succession-school/
LOCATION:WNC Regional Livestock Center\, 474 Stock Dr.\, Canton\, 28716
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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