Revitalizing Farms and Communities through High Value Organic Production: Demonstration, Education and Marketing

Organization:

North Carolina State University

Amount:

$70,000.00

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Wake

Year:

2002

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to support the second year of work aimed at assisting NC farmers with the transition to high value organic production through education, demonstration, and marketing activities. Direct support will be given to farmers who seek to initiate a Community Supported Agriculture marketing program. In addition, the project will begin developing an institutional food-buying program targeting universities, hospitals, and nursing homes.

Contact:

Ms. Karen A. Roddy2601 Wolf Village WayAdmin Services III, Suite 240Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7514(252) 985-9868

Areas Served:

Statewide

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