Welcome to WNC From Ground Up!

Rooted in a farmers-first approach, we work from the ground up to strengthen Jackson County and the surrounding region, ensure thriving agriculture, and create meaningful connections between farmers and the people they feed.

Volunteer Opportunities

Farm-to-Table Dinner: Gather with us at Darnell Farms

Join us for an evening of fresh, local food and community at beloved Darnell Farms in Bryson City. Chef Santiago Guzzetti will craft a signature, seasonal meal highlighting the best of our region’s farms.

Celebrate the bounty of Western North Carolina and support our mission: Keeping Farmers Farming. Local Food For All.

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