Long Term Hunger Relief
The Long Term Hunger Relief (LTHR) Committee began meeting in early 2014 as a spin off of the Cabarrus County Farm and Food Council. Their mission: To plan and encourage long-term measures to reduce food insecurity in Cabarrus County and regularly report to the Cabarrus County Farm and Food Council. The LTHR began in an informational stage to learn ...
Carolina Farm Stewardship Association
The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) is on a mission to bring local, organic food to your table from a farmer who shares your values. The organization is based in Pittsboro, NC and serves all of North and South Carolina through a variety of programming and services to support farmers, food businesses and communities. CFSA’s vision is ...
RCCC Sustainable Agriculture Series
Rowan Cabarrus Community College is offering a series of classes on Sustainable Agriculture starting March 22nd and running through November 15th at Lomax Incubator Farm, Concord. Courses include: 101: Planning, Prep, and Planting; 102: Field and Greenhouse Management; 103: Agribusiness, Marketing, and Design; and 104: Tools, Tips, and Tricks of th ...
RCCC Offers Agripreneur Academy for Kids
Children ages 11 to 14 are invited to learn more about modern farming practices at Lomax Incubator Farm, June 25-29, Monday through Friday from 9 am until noon. Campers will learn about farming, while also helping out with daily jobs around the farm. Offered by Rowan Cabarrus Community College. Cost is $179. RCCC Summer Programs
The Cabarrus Farm & Food Council
The Cabarrus County Farm & Food Council is focused on three key areas: promoting sustainable agriculture in Cabarrus County with support of local farmers, producers, and businesses that use their products; supporting hunger relief education and initiatives; and providing educational and networking opportunities to engage stakeholders in all of the local food processes, including consumers.
Monthly meetings are typically held on the second Thursday of the month at a local venue and are usually informal gatherings with casual speakers and lots of discourse and networking. Everyone is invited to attend general meetings. There are no fees or membership dues.