Are you interested in learning more about grant opportunities that could help support your agricultural operation or agribusiness? N.C. Cooperative Extension, Graham County Center, will host an AgOptions Grant Informational Workshop on September 1 at 6 p.m. at the Graham County Extension Center, located at 39 South Main Street in Robbinsville.
The workshop is open to anyone interested in applying for AgOptions funding and is designed to provide participants with information to help them better understand the grant program and application process.
WNC AgOptions is a grant program that supports farmers in Western North Carolina who are interested in expanding, diversifying, or improving the efficiency and sustainability of their farm businesses. Graham County is among the counties eligible for WNC AgOptions funding.
What Will Be Covered?
The informational workshop will provide an overview of the AgOptions grant program, including:
An overview of the AgOptions grant opportunity
Eligibility requirements and funding priorities
Information about the application process
Tips for developing a strong application
Next steps for those interested in applying
Informational sessions are strongly encouraged for potential applicants because they provide an opportunity to better understand program requirements and ask questions before beginning the application process.
Whether you are an established farmer, beginning producer, or someone considering a new agricultural enterprise, this workshop is an opportunity to learn more about how AgOptions funding may help support your goals.
Workshop Details
AgOptions Grant Informational Workshop
Date: September 1
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Graham County Extension Center
39 South Main Street
Robbinsville, NC
Must RSVP by August 25.
To register, call the Graham County Extension Office at 828-479-7979.
N.C. Cooperative Extension is committed to providing research-based information and educational opportunities that help strengthen agriculture and rural communities throughout North Carolina.
