Growing the Appalachian Food Economy

Staff Reports

To help expand the role of food assets in local economic development in our region, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is hosting Growing the Appalachian Food Economy: A Forum on Local Food Systems and Sustainable Agriculture on April 3-4, 2012, in Asheville.

The forum will provide an opportunity for community leaders, economic development officials, and public and private funders, to share ideas and learn practical ways local food systems can increase employment opportunities, spark entrepreneurial ventures, and build local wealth in our communities.

Growing the Appalachian Food Economy, Renaissance Asheville hotel. Tickets are $75. For more details visit ARC, www.arc.gov.