Community & Business

The Community & Business program is dedicated to strengthening the local economy and enhancing the quality of life across our county. We partner with local governments, small businesses, and community organizations to offer relevant training, facilitate economic development planning, and provide data-driven insights that promote leadership, civic engagement, and sustainable community growth for everyone.

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News

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State 4-H Congress!

Published - July 28, 2026

Flier for the WNC Regional Ginseng Update meeting on September 18, 2026 in Asheville, NC
WNC Regional Ginseng Update

Published - July 27, 2026

Flier for Appalachian Forest Farmer Coalition and NC State University Extension Forest Farming Office Hours. Held on September 11 and November 13, 2026 from 12 to 1:30 PM EST. Q&A, resources, and conversation about forest farming. Held on Zoom.
Fall Forest Farming Office Hours

Published - July 27, 2026

Flier: Forest farming office hours summer 2026. Join the Appalachian Forest Farmer Coalition and NC State University for this virtual Q&A session via Zoom. May 8, June 12, and Aug 7 from 12:1:30 pm EST. Register: https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/W86x
Summer Forest Farming Office Hours

Published - July 27, 2026

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Garden Take-over

Published - July 23, 2026