2021 Program
In February 2021 the WNC Agricultural Options program awarded 38 farm businesses a total of $219,000 in grants to assist in farm diversification and expansion.
Three of the farm businesses received $3,000 and 35 received $6,000. The N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission is the financial supporter of WNC AgOptions, which aims to build sustainable farming communities in the mountain region by providing resources directly to farmers.
Mission of WNC AgOptions: Building sustainable farming communities in our mountain region by providing resources directly to farmers who are diversifying or expanding their operations.
The ultimate goal of WNC AgOptions is to protect mountain farmland by assisting the longevity of farm enterprises and encouraging groups of farmers to solve logistical challenges in the local agricultural system.
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2022 AgOptions Grant Cycle
Please check back here soon for information about how to apply for 2022 — applications are set to be released in early October. In the meantime, get in touch with your county NC Cooperative Extension agricultural agent and let them … View >>
2021 Grantees Announced!
Farm grantees show resilience in the face of COVID WNC AgOptions grantees receive $219,000 for farm projects ASHEVILLE, N.C.—Farmers in western North Carolina are receiving support to expand, diversify and modify operations in the midst of a pandemic. WNC Agricultural … View >>
2021 Grant Cycle CLOSED
The 2021 WNC AgOptions grant cycle is closed. Please check back in early February for the list of the 2021 grantees!