Helping Protect the Natural Resources of Wake County, NC
By Martha Quillin — mquillin@newsobserver.com
SHOTWELL — Since the late 1700s, owners and tenant farmers have raised cotton, timber, tobacco and cattle in the fields and forests of Walnut Hill Farm.
In the future, this land will be used to cultivate its visitors’ love for nature.
Wake Soil and Water Conservation District, along with many partners has written the Wake County Agricultural Economic Development Plan. This is years in the making. You may know it in other counties as the county farm plan. Continue reading
Today, at the County Planning Board meeting, the board unanimously supported the Wake County Agricultural Economic Development Plan and will recommend to the County Commissioners to put it on their agenda for consideration.
Volunteer Sat., 7/20 at Lake Wheeler 1pm-4pm
Hello Big Sweep Volunteers and Enthusiasts across Wake County!
This month we have a special summer cleanup for families and people of all ages! Continue reading
Surviving the Rain:
Farmers and landowners with damage to crops or farm fields should contact Wake Soil and Water Conservation District
Farmers and landowners in Wake County who have experienced damage to crops and farm fields from recent heavy rainfall are encouraged to contact the Wake Soil and Water Conservation District. Many landowners and farmers have already called with reports of severe erosion, topsoil loss, and crop loss. The District Supervisors will address these concerns at their next two board meetings in July and August. The Board will prioritize the upcoming workload demands to meet the needs of immediate natural resource concerns on the farms accordingly.
It is important for district staff to evaluate damage to crop fields, grassed waterways, field borders, ponds and other impacted areas. State or federal cost share assistance may be available to offset some of the repair cost. Farmers and landowners should contact the district before making any repairs.
Contact Wake Soil and Water Conservation District at 919-250-1050, or stop by the office in the Wake County Agriculture Services Building at 4001 Carya Drive, Suite D, in Raleigh, NC. More info is available at wakegov.com/swcd
We have been fortunate to have a Wake Envirothon team advance to the North American Envirothon four times!
Enloe High School captured a tremendous 3rd Place three times and a 6th Place.
The students and teachers said it was an incredible learning experience that they’ll never forget!
Currently, the North American Envirothon is in need of financial support.
Here are 2 fundraisers you can take part in.
Please join us to socialize and celebrate the great accomplishments of the Wake Soil and Water Conservation District
Where: The Gazebo at Oakview Historic Park, 4001 Carya Drive, Raleigh NC
When: June 6, 2013 4:00-6:30 (feel free to drop by anytime)
What: We will enjoy light snacks and have time to socialize and meet district staff, volunteers, and members
Who: Supporters, friends, and family of the Wake Soil and Water Conservation District
RSVP to Leigh Ann Hammerbacher at
RSVPfriends or 919-908-0061
The Friends of Wake Soil and Water Conservation District is one of the proud sponsors of the 2013 Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market.
Come out every Wednesday 10-2 for fresh local produce, meat, flowers, and more. 400 Fayetteville St. / City Plaza. Come tomorrow for a big blow out. Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market
Join us this Wednesday for the Pig Pickin’ Kickoff Celebration Continue reading
The 2013 Piedmont Farm Tour is happening April 27-28 from 1-5pm both days!
Come learn about the Triangle’s local and organic farm & food scene. Meet local farmers & tour their farms!
http://www.carolinafarmstewards.org/pft/
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle is starting a new beginning farmer incubator
project on its Tryon Road Teaching Farm. The Incubator
Farm Program provides parcels of land for vegetable, cut flower, or herb production and sales as well as equipment and mentorship for beginning
farmers. See application link below.
Send completed application and/or any questions to Kay by Friday, April 19th.
Mollie Mayfield
Communications Coordinator
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle
(o) 919.250.0043 ext.3920
(m) 919.648.7453
www.foodshuttle.org
https://www.facebook.com/InterFaithFoodShuttle
https://twitter.com/FoodShuttle
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