Living in the Mountains: Backyard Farming in the City

Sponsored by NC Cooperative Extension and the Transylvania County Library, Living in the Mountains is a five-part educational series exploring the unique challenges and opportunities of living in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

Part One: Backyard Farming in the City

Do you love fresh eggs?  Transylvania County Cooperative Extension Agents will discuss small-scale farming to produce food for you and your family.  Topics will include growing your own garden and raising livestock on small acreage.

We hope you’ll join us for the remainder of the series:

• Part 2: Understanding Wells, Septic Systems &  Radon  •  January 31 at 12:00 pm
• Part 3: Planning & Planting for Erosion  •  February 7 at 12:00 pm
• Part 4: Coping with Loss of Electricity  •  February 14 at 12:00 pm
• Part 5: Wildlife Control for Your Landscape  •  February 21 at 12:00 pm