2024 NC Choices Carolina Meat Conference
Appalachian State University Boone, NC, United StatesThe Carolina Meat Conference supports a growing community committed to supporting sustainable food production through fostering regenerative production practices, advancing market opportunities, and increasing customer access to pasture-based meats.
AgriTourism for Working Farms Tours: Tour One – Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa
Tour One - Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Learn how this unique pork production farm pivoted during Covid to add a unique glamping and camping operation on the Pigeon River. In 2021 they diversified into agritourism by offering primitive camping and farm tours. Pork sales soared along with a consistent stream of revenue. DETAILS The farm tour [...]
CROCHET WORKSHOP FEATURING SUZY HASANIN
August 8, 2024, 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM EST at NorthStar - Church of the Arts, Durham N.C. REGISTER FOR CROCHET WORKSHOP HERE
AgriTourism for Working Farms Tours: Tour Two – Sustainabillies
Tour Two - Sustainabillies This vibrant farm grows organic produce and herbs and is also home to a forge and classroom space. Come see how this busy family integrates educational programming into their dynamic income stream. DETAILS The farm tour of Sustainabillies takes place 5:30 to 7:30 PM. There is no charge for the farm [...]
SLOW ART TOUR WITH GAIL BELVETT
August 15, 2024, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST at NorthStar - Church of the Arts, Durham, N.C. REGISTER FOR THE SLOW ART TOUR HERE
Lunch and Learn: Growing and Maintenance of Common Fall and Winter Crops
VirtualJoin us for a one hour zoom webinar on various gardening topics hosted by Melissa Bell, CEFS Field Research, Education and Outreach Liaison and John Lyttle, Agriculture Extension Agent. When: 12 p.m. -1 p.m., Tuesday, August 20th Where: Zoom Click here to register.
AgriTourism for Working Farms Tours: Tour Three – KT’s Orchard
Tour Three - KT's Orchard KT and her family own a thriving orchard and honey business. The pick-your-own berry and apple operations add significant revenue along with KT’s farm store. Come with closed toe shoes and be ready to have a romp and shop! DETAILS The farm tour of KT's Orchard takes place 5:30 to [...]
Landbody Movement Workshop FEATURING King Sage
August 22, 2024, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM EST at NorthStar - Church of the Arts, Durham, N.C. REGISTER FOR THE LANDBODY MOVEMENT WORKSHOP HERE
AgriTourism for Working Farms Tours: Tour Four – Jehovah Rah Farm
Tour Four - Jehovah Rah Farm First stop of two: This livestock farm offers a unique experience for Airbnb customers. Visitors stay in an authentic mountain cabin complete with a working loom for clients to make their own fiber rug! The owners allow visitors to sit and watch what is happening on the farm or actively [...]
AgriTourism for Working Farms Tours: Tour Five – Ferguson’s Supply and Glamping
Tour Five - Ferguson's Supply and Glamping Second stop of two: Ferguson’s Supply is adding glamping and an event venue to this 100-year thriving cattle farm. Not only that, but they are also upgrading menu offerings and adding live music. Our last stop on this tour will include meal options and a historic tale of a [...]