Value Added Kitchen Sanitation and Food Safety
Practical instruction in kitchen sanitation and food safety for entrepreneurs and chefs preparing to work in a shared value-added production kitchen, covering safe practices for small-scale food businesses.
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Learn practical techniques for creating hearty, flavorful soups and stews, with ideas for building comforting dishes from scratch in a hands-on community cooking class.
Learn practical techniques for creating hearty, flavorful soups and stews, with ideas for building comforting dishes from scratch in a hands-on community cooking class.
Learn practical techniques for creating hearty, flavorful soups and stews, with ideas for building comforting dishes from scratch in a hands-on community cooking class.
Hands-on lesson in safe water bath canning to preserve garden produce, with step-by-step guidance on jars, lids, acidity, processing times, and storage. Practical food preservation skills in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting.
Hands-on lesson in safe water bath canning to preserve garden produce, with step-by-step guidance on jars, lids, acidity, processing times, and storage. Practical food preservation skills in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting.
Hands-on lesson in safe water bath canning to preserve garden produce, with step-by-step guidance on jars, lids, acidity, processing times, and storage. Practical food preservation skills in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting.
Learn a science-based method for preserving produce and supporting nutrition while making spicy cabbage sauerkraut and ginger ale. Explore practical fermentation techniques for flavorful homemade foods.
Learn a science-based method for preserving produce and supporting nutrition while making spicy cabbage sauerkraut and ginger ale. Explore practical fermentation techniques for flavorful homemade foods.
Learn a science-based method for preserving produce and supporting nutrition while making spicy cabbage sauerkraut and ginger ale. Explore practical fermentation techniques for flavorful homemade foods.
Learn safe boiling water bath canning through hands-on preparation of cranberry orange chutney. Build practical food preservation skills and take home knowledge for preserving seasonal produce.
Learn safe boiling water bath canning through hands-on preparation of cranberry orange chutney. Build practical food preservation skills and take home knowledge for preserving seasonal produce.
Learn safe boiling water bath canning through hands-on preparation of cranberry orange chutney. Build practical food preservation skills and take home knowledge for preserving seasonal produce.
Build practical food preservation skills through hands-on instruction in boiling-water-bath canning, learning safe techniques while preparing apple preserves in a beginner-friendly community workshop.
Build practical food preservation skills through hands-on instruction in boiling-water-bath canning, learning safe techniques while preparing apple preserves in a beginner-friendly community workshop.
Build practical food preservation skills through hands-on instruction in boiling-water-bath canning, learning safe techniques while preparing apple preserves in a beginner-friendly community workshop.
Practice boiling water bath canning while preparing cranberry orange chutney in a hands-on food preservation workshop. Learn safe jar processing and practical techniques for preserving seasonal fruit at home.
Practice boiling water bath canning while preparing cranberry orange chutney in a hands-on food preservation workshop. Learn safe jar processing and practical techniques for preserving seasonal fruit at home.
Practice boiling water bath canning while preparing cranberry orange chutney in a hands-on food preservation workshop. Learn safe jar processing and practical techniques for preserving seasonal fruit at home.
A beginner-focused sourdough workshop covering key terminology plus how to feed, maintain, and troubleshoot a starter. Expect practical guidance geared toward home bakers building confidence with fermentation basics.
A beginner-focused sourdough workshop covering key terminology plus how to feed, maintain, and troubleshoot a starter. Expect practical guidance geared toward home bakers building confidence with fermentation basics.
A beginner-focused sourdough workshop covering key terminology plus how to feed, maintain, and troubleshoot a starter. Expect practical guidance geared toward home bakers building confidence with fermentation basics.
Learn the basics of fermentation science through a hands-on sauerkraut workshop, then pack and take home a jar of your own tangy, probiotic cabbage ferment.
Learn the basics of fermentation science through a hands-on sauerkraut workshop, then pack and take home a jar of your own tangy, probiotic cabbage ferment.
Learn the basics of fermentation science through a hands-on sauerkraut workshop, then pack and take home a jar of your own tangy, probiotic cabbage ferment.

Practical two-day training connects aspiring food truck owners with industry experts for real-world tools, business planning, and peer support to build safe, legal, and profitable mobile food businesses.

Practical two-day training connects aspiring food truck owners with industry experts for real-world tools, business planning, and peer support to build safe, legal, and profitable mobile food businesses.
Practical two-day training connects aspiring food truck owners with industry experts for real-world tools, business planning, and peer support to build safe, legal, and profitable mobile food businesses.
Fast-paced introductions connect local growers and buyers, helping farms build direct-to-market relationships and explore sourcing partnerships. The meetup centers on agricultural networking, regional food systems, and practical connections between producers and purchasers.
Fast-paced introductions connect local growers and buyers, helping farms build direct-to-market relationships and explore sourcing partnerships. The meetup centers on agricultural networking, regional food systems, and practical connections between producers and purchasers.
Fast-paced introductions connect local growers and buyers, helping farms build direct-to-market relationships and explore sourcing partnerships. The meetup centers on agricultural networking, regional food systems, and practical connections between producers and purchasers.
Hands-on guidance for starting a productive home vegetable garden, from soil prep and planting schedules to growing fresh, flavorful produce. Practical tips tailored to Western North Carolina conditions with Cooperative Extension expertise.
Hands-on guidance for starting a productive home vegetable garden, from soil prep and planting schedules to growing fresh, flavorful produce. Practical tips tailored to Western North Carolina conditions with Cooperative Extension expertise.
Hands-on guidance for starting a productive home vegetable garden, from soil prep and planting schedules to growing fresh, flavorful produce. Practical tips tailored to Western North Carolina conditions with Cooperative Extension expertise.

Explore the craft of fermentation through a regional food festival centered on fermented foods and drinks, traditional preservation techniques, and Western North Carolina’s local food community.

Explore the craft of fermentation through a regional food festival centered on fermented foods and drinks, traditional preservation techniques, and Western North Carolina’s local food community.
Explore the craft of fermentation through a regional food festival centered on fermented foods and drinks, traditional preservation techniques, and Western North Carolina’s local food community.
Creative holiday gift ideas made straight from the kitchen, focused on tasty, affordable homemade treats and pantry-style presents. Learn practical techniques and packaging tips in a hands-on class setting.
Creative holiday gift ideas made straight from the kitchen, focused on tasty, affordable homemade treats and pantry-style presents. Learn practical techniques and packaging tips in a hands-on class setting.
Creative holiday gift ideas made straight from the kitchen, focused on tasty, affordable homemade treats and pantry-style presents. Learn practical techniques and packaging tips in a hands-on class setting.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
A talk on medicinal herb production in Transylvania County explores farm operations, land stewardship, and the cultivation of plants used in herbal wellness, led by Gaia Herbs’ director of farm operations.
A talk on medicinal herb production in Transylvania County explores farm operations, land stewardship, and the cultivation of plants used in herbal wellness, led by Gaia Herbs’ director of farm operations.
A talk on medicinal herb production in Transylvania County explores farm operations, land stewardship, and the cultivation of plants used in herbal wellness, led by Gaia Herbs’ director of farm operations.

Hands-on field learning focused on identifying wild edibles and practicing safe, seasonal foraging techniques. Expect plant ID tips, ethical harvest guidance, and practical takeaways for exploring Appalachian woods confidently.

Hands-on field learning focused on identifying wild edibles and practicing safe, seasonal foraging techniques. Expect plant ID tips, ethical harvest guidance, and practical takeaways for exploring Appalachian woods confidently.
Hands-on field learning focused on identifying wild edibles and practicing safe, seasonal foraging techniques. Expect plant ID tips, ethical harvest guidance, and practical takeaways for exploring Appalachian woods confidently.
An introductory meeting explains the Extension Master Gardener program, including how to train in gardening and horticulture while supporting community education and local residents across Transylvania County.
An introductory meeting explains the Extension Master Gardener program, including how to train in gardening and horticulture while supporting community education and local residents across Transylvania County.
An introductory meeting explains the Extension Master Gardener program, including how to train in gardening and horticulture while supporting community education and local residents across Transylvania County.
A welcoming breakfast gathering brings Transylvania County agriculture supporters together to hear about local farming, share community connections, and celebrate the region’s agricultural work.
A welcoming breakfast gathering brings Transylvania County agriculture supporters together to hear about local farming, share community connections, and celebrate the region’s agricultural work.
A welcoming breakfast gathering brings Transylvania County agriculture supporters together to hear about local farming, share community connections, and celebrate the region’s agricultural work.
Explore creative, affordable ways to turn homemade kitchen treats into thoughtful holiday gifts. Get inspiration for delicious edible presents that are easy to make and warmly received.
Explore creative, affordable ways to turn homemade kitchen treats into thoughtful holiday gifts. Get inspiration for delicious edible presents that are easy to make and warmly received.
Explore creative, affordable ways to turn homemade kitchen treats into thoughtful holiday gifts. Get inspiration for delicious edible presents that are easy to make and warmly received.
A full-day wellness gathering for farmers runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with lunch provided. Connect with local agricultural peers and take time to focus on well-being.
A full-day wellness gathering for farmers runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with lunch provided. Connect with local agricultural peers and take time to focus on well-being.
A full-day wellness gathering for farmers runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with lunch provided. Connect with local agricultural peers and take time to focus on well-being.
