WNC From the Ground Up strengthens Western North Carolina’s local food system by supporting producers, making farming viable for farmers, and ensuring local food is accessible and affordable for all through education, community connections, and increased demand for locally sourced food.
WNC From the Ground Up contributes to fostering a sustainable local food system in Western North Carolina by providing support to producers and fostering community connections. This initiative aims to educate, encourage, and boost the demand for locally sourced food.
Wendell Berry
By creating increased markets for farmers, we aim to conserve farmland while providing farmers with more income opportunities, enabling them to continue farming.
We prioritize keeping food dollars within Western North Carolina, strengthening our local economy and sustaining our communities.
We recognize the vital role farming plays in Appalachia and are committed to safeguarding our limited farmland. It's crucial to support our local economy by nurturing and preserving these essential agricultural spaces.
We actively work to promote health-focused initiatives and build collaborative partnerships with organizations in Jackson County and surrounding areas to advance our shared community goals, including supporting the development of a commercial kitchen.
We are committed to preserving the vibrant agricultural heritage and cultural traditions of Western North Carolina.
Support resource development, training sessions, and guidance for farmers, including youth programs in partnership with local organizations and government agencies such as Cooperative Extension, USDA, NCDA and others.
Efforts in preserving agricultural land, supporting local food systems, raising awareness. Involves collaborating with organizations, organizing events, promoting conservation easements, and engaging in public outreach.
Identifying missing agriculture markets, supporting initiatives to establish businesses to address these gaps.
Farm-To-Table Dinners, Sylva Farmers Market, and Friends of Agriculture Breakfasts, plus farmland preservation information sessions.
Operates an online marketplace, FarmsSHARE, is a Human Services Organization with the Health Opportunity Pilot and developing farm-to-school programs to increase sales channels for farmers and address food insecurity.
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