by RC&D | Apr 1, 2018 | Agriculture, Field School, Newsroom, Workshop
As the average age of American farmers surpasses 60, a growing number of young Americans are leaving desk jobs for the rigors and rewards of farming. A new documentary, Farmers for America, examines young farmers’ challenges and triumphs, and a free public screening... by RC&D | Mar 20, 2018 | Celebration, Newsroom, Sowing Seeds, Volunteer
This Saturday March 24th at 10:30AM, celebrate the coming of Spring at the Mountain Home Food Forest– Johnson City’s “public edible park.” This is a fun opportunity to see our Sowing Seeds programming in action, one of the most rewarding... by RC&D | Mar 1, 2018 | Agriculture, Environmental Conservation, Newsroom
For 25 years every spring, around 100 high school students, typically from FFA clubs or Ecoloy clubs, spend a day practicing valuable skills in natural resource management, forestry, wildlife, decision-making, teamwork, and sustainable economic development. The... by RC&D | Feb 28, 2018 | CSA, FarmFreshAppalachia, Newsroom
By now, you’ve probably heard the term “CSA” or “CSA shares” mentioned by someone you know. What is a “CSA”, and why should you sign up for one? So glad you asked! “CSA” stands for Community Supported Agriculture, and consists of individuals who pledge support to a... by RC&D | Feb 14, 2018 | CSA, FarmFreshAppalachia, Newsroom
Do you love fresh, local products like meat, veggies, and eggs? Keep reading to learn more about how you can access some of the best fresh, local products our region has to offer AND support our local farms! You may have heard the term “CSA” or “CSA Shares.” Simply...