Visitors!

Hello Readers!

We are finishing up the summer at the farm as our crops are beginning to cease production. This just means we will plant fall crops soon and enjoy an abundance of winter squash, pumpkins, leafy greens, sweet potatoes, and some herbs. With the end of summer comes the time to reflect and plan for the future. Recently, we hosted quite a few visitors at our facility off Mid Pines Road!!

The first group to visit the farm was NCSU Campus Dining Services. A group of dining service administrators visited with hopes of establishing a partnership with the farm. The goal is to develop a relationship so that Campus Dining may use various food items from the farm to serve the campus community. Though it rained very hard during the tour, discussions were commenced! This would be an initiative to really educate the campus community about the importance of sustainable, local consumption. ...and really, how much more local can you get?

The second group of visitors was from NCSU Sustainability. A few staff members took a tour of the farm from this office. During their visit we talked about our goals and initiatives at the farm. A great brainstorming session ensued and we have developed an unofficial partnership with this office! Who knows what the future holds for this blossoming relationship.

Lastly, the Crop Science Department head visited the farm to take a look at our work. Discussions over farm goals and necessities took place during the tour. The Department Head showed great enthusiasm towards our work while enjoying fresh, sweet watermelon and cantaloupe picked at the farm.

We are really excited to see the development of these relationships. It can only get better as we continue to develop the farm in a sustainable manner emphasizing education and community.

Check back later for Autumn Crops talk!



-Agroecology Education Farm Staff