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Let's Crush the Schedule F!

will be presented on Tuesday, February 3, 6 to 8 p.m. with Laurel Clabaugh ONLINE. No one likes taxes, but getting them done right is as important as any other part of the farm. Gain confidence with…

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Strong Records Make Strong Farms

Free Webinar – Tuesday, November 4, 5:30 PMHosted by Jennifer Badger, EMFS Agribusiness AgentRunning a successful farm takes more than hard work—it takes good records. From tracking expenses and…

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Empowering Mountain Food Systems Offers Invaluable Training

This Fall, Empowering Mountain Food Systems with North Carolina Cooperative Extension and the Small Business Center will be offering invaluable training opportunities. If you are a new farmer or…

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You're Invited: Digital Opportunities Stakeholder Meeting

Local residents, community partners, and service providers are invited to participate in an upcoming Digital Opportunities Stakeholder Meeting on Thursday, May 15, at 5:30 p.m, Community Building,…

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The Emergency Resilience Grant

was formed through generous support from donors and members. The intent of this grant is to offset financial disruption caused by the government funding freeze for farmers and ranchers through the…

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NCDA Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program: Assistance for Farmers

Farmers in McDowell County who have experienced agricultural losses due to natural disasters in 2024 now have the opportunity to apply for financial assistance through the North Carolina Department…

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Farmers, Ranch Hands May Be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

NC farmers & ranch hands whose tools or equipment were damaged by TS Helene may be eligible for disaster assistance. FEMA aid is available to replace disaster-damaged essential tools, supplies,…

TS Helene stream damage in North Cove, NC

2025 EQIP Hurricane Helene Assistance

USDA-NRCS 2025 Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering financial assistance through the 2025 EQIP Hurricane Helene Assistance…

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2025 WNC AgOptions Grant

Intent to apply deadline is October 11. Attending an Informational Session is highly recommended.The Western North Carolina (WNC) AgOptions Grant is an invaluable resource for farmers looking to…

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Opportunity to Grow Your Ag Business

is part of the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) launched in 2019 to focus on expanded opportunities & capacity for food and farm businesses across the Western NC region. They work with…