Local Foods
The Jones County Center Local Foods contact is Jacob Morgan.
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- 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
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
Eastern North Carolina Planting Calendar for Annual Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs
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Western North Carolina Planting Calendar for Annual Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs
In western North Carolina, almost any type of vegetable or fruit can be successfully grown …
Central North Carolina Planting Calendar for Annual Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs
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The North Carolina Winegrape Grower’s Guide
The grape and wine industry in North Carolina is now worth in excess of $30 …
Growing Blueberries in the Home Garden
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Blueberry Production for Local Sales and Small Pick-Your-Own Operators
Blueberries are a native North American fruit, and North Carolina is one of the largest …
Suggestions For Establishing a Blueberry Planting in Western North Carolina
Blueberry production in Western North Carolina differs from the main commercial production areas in the …
The Value of Honey Bees as Pollinators in North Carolina
The impact of honey bees on not only North Carolina, but the entire world is …