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

Organization:

North Carolina State University

Amount:

$127,000.00

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Wake

Year:

2001

Description:

Organically produced food represents the largest growth sector in agriculture today with demand growing at an annual rate of 24%. In NC, demand by retailers far exceeds NC production. As a result, 85% of the organic produce sold to consumers in NC is imported from other states. Through this initiative, NCSU will demonstrate organic production principles and practices for a variety of important NC crops. GLF funds will be used to develop an organic cropping demonstration, education, and marketing initiative for farmers at the Organic Unit of the Center for Environmental Farming Systems in Goldsboro. High-quality educational programs will be offered to farmers and extension agents throughout the state.

Contact:

Dr. Nancy Creamer2601 Wolf Village WayAdmin Services III, Suite 240Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7514(919) 515-9447

Areas Served:

Statewide

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