The Swain County Center Local Foods contact is Christy Bredenkamp.
Local Foods
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Learn More Using the Resources Below
County Extension Programs
- Smoky Mountain Beekeepers Association
- Swain and Jackson County Master Gardener Program
- Swain County Extension Staff and Programs Brochure
- Swain County Farmers Market
Extension Programs at NC State University
Information Portals
- Local Food -- a Flagship Program for North Carolina Cooperative Extension
- NC Community Gardens
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
Key Local Food Topics
- Local Food System Supply Chain
- NC Organizations and State Partners
- Nutrition and Health
- Strong Communities
- Youth, Families and Communities
Newsletters
Publications, Information, and News
- Backyard Flocks and Eggs (from poultry.ces.ncsu.edu)
- From Farm to Fork: A Guide to Building North Carolina's Sustainable Local Food Economy
- Growing Small Farms - NCCE Chatham County Center
Resources
Recent Publications related to Local Foods
Vermicomposting in Childcare Center Gardens
This publication is a how-to guide for starting a garden-related vermicomposting bin in a childcare …
Composting in Childcare Center Gardens
This publication is a how-to guide for starting a garden-related standard compost bin in a …
Part 4: Mixed Loads - Postharvest Handling and Cooling of Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, and Flowers for Small Farms
At times, it is necessary to transport or store different commodities together. In such mixed …
How to Sell Pastured Meat Products to Grocery Stores via Direct Store Delivery
This publication guides small- and medium-scale pastured meat producers in North Carolina through the steps …
How to Sell Shell Eggs into Grocery Stores Through Direct Store Delivery
This publication provides basic information for small or medium-scale North Carolina egg producers to start …
Kale
This series of publications provides information about how to grow, harvest, and prepare a variety …
Collard Greens
This series of publications provides information about how to grow, harvest, and prepare a variety …
Building Local Food Economies: A Guide for Governments
This publication serves as a guide on building local food economies for planners, economic developers, …