New River Basin Sustainable Agriculture Initiative

Organization:

New River Community Partners

Amount:

$75,000.00

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Alleghany

Year:

2000

Description:

The purpose of the grant is to allow the New River Basin communities of North Carolina to revitalize their agricultural base through the research and development of alternative, non-traditional agricultural commodities; the development of a comprehensive regional marketing strategy; the education of the traditional and non-traditional farm community; and the preservation of farmland in the New River Basin.

Contact:

Mr. Patrick N. Woodie115 Atwood Street, Suite BSparta, North Carolina 28675(919) 250-4314

Areas Served:

Alleghany/Ashe/Watauga

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