Creating Long-Term Solutions to Advance Farmer Profitability and Market Capacity for NC Pastured Meats

Organization:
North Carolina State University
Amount:
$150,509.46
Program Area:
Open Grants Program
County of Applicant:
Wake
Year:
2016
Description:

This Golden LEAF grant provides funding to North Carolina State University (NCSU) to improve the profitability of the pastured meat industry in North Carolina. Project staff will provide workshops, consumer marketing, videos and online materials, and technical assistance to farmers, meat processors, extension educators, and the public. They will reach out specifically to eastern North Carolina farmers to engage them in the program. Golden LEAF funds will be used primarily for staffing, workshops and technical assistance, and supplies.

Contact:
Ms. Sarah Blacklin2601 Wolf Village WayAdmin Services III, Suite 240Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7514(919) 928-4771
Areas Served:
Statewide

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