Find and contact your county's agricultural extension agent through this state-wide list, and explore the educational and technical assistance offered by North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

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This guide is written to assist landowners in understanding their role as a landlord and a steward of the land, encourage open communication between landowner and tenant, and ultimately aid in the development of a lease agreement that is beneficial to all parties.

• Read more about The Landowner's Guide to Sustainable Farm Leasing (Drake University Agricultural Law Center)

The ADFP Trust Fund encourages the preservation of agricultural, horticultural & forest lands to foster the growth, development & sustainability of family farms. We assist in the preservation of NC’s agricultural economy by providing grants to county governments & non-profit organizations for perpetual and term conservation easements, county agricultural plans, & agriculture development projects.

• Read more about NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation (ADFP) Trust Fund

We work with landowners throughout site assessment, planning and implementation to help you grow a land project that sustains people, your farm eco-system and income generation goals, including customized educational services that give you and other residents the knowledge you need for your vision to thrive as a legacy.

• Read more about Zev Friedman, Living Systems Design

The Organic Growers School works to inspire, support and educate people to farm, garden, and live organically in the Southern Appalachians.

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