2022 Grant Recipients
Check back in the fall to apply for 2023 Grants
In February 2022 the WNC Agricultural Options program awarded 41 farm businesses a total of $320,000 in grants to assist in farm diversification and expansion.
Two of the farm businesses received $4,000 and 39 received $8,000. 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.
Press Releases
Expansion and Innovation Showcased in 2022 Farm Grants
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, April 5, 2022 Contact: Jennifer Ferre, (828) 252-4783, agoptions@wnccommunities.org Or the local N.C. Cooperative Extension Agriculture Agent Expansion and Innovation Showcased in 2022 Farm Grants WNC AgOptions grantees get creative, as others expand to meet demand … View >>
2022 Grant Cycle Closed
The 2022 WNC AgOptions grant cycle is closed. Please check back in March for the list of the 2022 grantees! The 2023 cycle will launch in the late summer. Please email us HERE to be notified!
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 >>