Henderson County Center: Agriculture & Food

STREET ADDRESS
Henderson County
740 Glover St.
Henderson County Center
Hendersonville, NC 28792

(828) 697-4891 Phone
(828) 697-4581 Fax

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Agriculture & Food

Agriculture and agribusiness account for nearly 20 percent of North Carolina's jobs and income, but the industry faces changing technology, world markets, consumer demands and environmental regulations. North Carolina Cooperative Extension's educational programs provide farmers and agribusinesses with the research-based knowledge they need to continue producing a stable, safe and affordable food supply in economically and environmentally sustainable ways.

Aided by NC Cooperative Extension's efforts, agritourism - farm-related entertainment or educational enterprises that often also promote agricultural products to generate more farm income - remains a force in our economy. (Photo by Lenny Rogers)
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Events

	Pasture Walk December 2nd, 2009 @ 1:00 PM
	As part of our drought management/pasture management initiative, we are planning a “Pasture Walk”. The purpose of the meeting is to allow producers to see how grazing stockpiled forage works. If you have any questions regarding the pasture walk, call Jeff Bradley at 828-697-4891. ... MORE

	WNC Animal Waster Applicator Continuing Ed December 15th, 2009 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Waynesville, NC
	ATTENTION DAIRY PRODUCERS!!! Dairymen who fall under the North Carolina 0.200 regulations are required to obtain six hours of continuing education credits. In order to obtain the credits necessary for you to keep your license current, you MUST attend this training if you still need three hours of continuing education. ... MORE

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News

Health and Safety Festival for Farm Workers and their Families a Success!
Posted June 29th, 2009 in Agriculture & Food: Farm Health & Safety

The Health and Safety Festival for Farm Workers and their Families held on Saturday 27 June was a Success! About 100 people participated in the days activites which included: puppet shows for kids, a firehouse demonstration for kids, health screenings, information on heat safety and heat stress, good health and hygiene training for farm workers, information on gangs, etc. To read more about the day visit: Safety First Promoted on the Farm Or on the WNC Veggies ... MORE

Farm to Fork: Building a Local Food Economy in NC
Posted November 5th, 2008 in Agriculture & Food

The Center for Environmental Farming Systems, along with its partners, is launching a statewide initiative "Building a Local Food Economy in North Carolina". Over the next 9 months we will be gathering input a number of ways: working with an advisory group, hosting regional meetings, facilitating targeted issues working groups, hosting a statewide summit (March 2 and 3), and finally, drafting a State Action Plan that will articulate a shared vision and specific opportunities ... MORE