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ASAP - Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project

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ASAP - Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project

ASAP’s mission is to help local farms thrive, link farmers to markets and supporters, and build healthy communities through connections to local food.
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09/02/2026

Moving on to the Morganton Cluster of ASAP’s Farm Tour (Sept. 19-20) and first up is Perry’s Berry’s Vineyard & Winery (Debbie C Perry).

This family-owned and operated u-pick blueberry farm, winery, and agritourism destination is dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for visitors of all ages. Perry’s Berry’s crafts delicious sweet and semi-sweet wines, along with hard ciders, made from fruit grown on the farm. Join a fun and educational self-guided experience through beautiful blueberry fields. Visit three interactive stations—including one for kids. Enjoy farm-to-table food at their Blueberry Bistro. Even though there aren’t blueberries at this time of year, you can learn tips for growing them, enjoy a wine and cider tasting (21+), learn about their wine-making process, and shop the farm store.

Read more about all of the participating farms at asapconnections.org/farmtour (link in bio) or follow along on social media. Advance passes—good for everyone in your car—are on sale now! There are also volunteer opportunities to tour for free.

09/01/2026

Believe it or not, apple picking season is upon us! Many farms will open for that quintessential fall activity for Labor Day—and a few have already started. Other fall agritourism activities will follow over the next month or so, including hay rides, corn mazes, and pumpkin patches. You can search for farms offering apple u-pick or other activities using the redesigned online Local Food Guide at appalachiangrown.org. It’s always best to call the farm to confirm they are open for picking before you go.

08/31/2026

Last up in the Barnardsville Cluster of ASAP’s Farm Tour (Sept. 19-20) is Morgan Metcalf -Burley Stick Farm - WNC beef -.

Burley Stick is a fifth generation farm showcasing several traditional agricultural and homesteading buildings from its past, including a spring house, to***co casing house, a mule barn, and original stone forge. Catch a guided and self-guided walking tour of their historic buildings. Let the children play at special corn tables or run in the field.

Read more about all of the participating farms at asapconnections.org/farmtour (link in bio) or follow along on social media. Advance passes—good for everyone in your car—are on sale now! There are also volunteer opportunities to tour for free.

08/28/2026

Change is in the air! It’s almost September, school is back, and we have just a few more weeks until the official start of fall. We’re in that lovely shoulder season where the first signs of fall are approaching but tomatoes, summer squash, and other summer crops are still crushing it.

You can now find the first pawpaws, winter squash, and fresh-pressed apple cider at Buncombe County farmers tailgate markets now. Try out this pawpaw butter recipe in this week’s roundup of What’s Fresh at asapconnections.org.

Not in Buncombe? Search for markets across the region at appalachiangrown.org.

08/27/2026

Next up in the Barnardsville Cluster of ASAP’s Farm Tour is Loretta - Flower Farmer!

The Never Ending Flower Farm is a u-pick flower farm with all the views and colors! Pick flowers and enjoy picturesque views of the mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Take a guided tour of their half-acre plot, participate in a flower craft, or visit with their donkeys and cows. Stay for a picnic at tables alongside the flower field. They also have a covered pavilion available for parties, birthday celebrations, and micro weddings!

Read more about all of the participating farms at asapconnections.org/farmtour (link in bio) or follow along on social media. Advance passes—good for everyone in your car—are on sale now! There are also volunteer opportunities to tour for free.

08/25/2026

We’re moving up to the Barnardsville Cluster of ASAP’s Farm Tour (Sept. 19-20) and starting with a new farm, Big Ivy Beef.

Big Ivy Beef is a family-owned farm specializing in pasture-raised meats rooted in regenerative farming practices. They raise cattle, pigs, and chicken. Take in the amazing views, view the event space, learn about the history of the farm, and visit their farm store with a meat counter and local products. Take in the full experience and enjoy an on-farm barbecue with fresh pork, beef, chicken, and homemade sides.

Read more about all of the participating farms at asapconnections.org/farmtour or follow along on social media. Advance passes—good for everyone in your car—are on sale now! There are also volunteer opportunities to tour for free.

08/24/2026

Last up in the Polk Cluster of ASAP’s Farm Tour (Sept. 19-20) is TK Family Farm LLC.

This high-density 15-acre family farm is growing over 20 varieties of apples, consisting of 4,500 trees on 3.5 acres, using the most advanced horticultural techniques. Take their guided tours of the orchard and packing house in order to view all aspects of our operation. Pick up some apples and fresh cider! Visitors can also meet two goats and a donkey.

Read more about all of the participating farms at asapconnections.org/farmtour or follow along on social media. Advance passes—good for everyone in your car—are on sale now! There are also volunteer opportunities to tour for free.

08/21/2026

It can feel like there are not enough hours in the day. With school starting back, a lot of families' schedules are changing and it may be challenging to fit a home cooked meal into everyday life. It's time to equip you with healthy and easy meal prep ideas to make daily life a bit easier.

Try out these quick snack and crockpot recipes in this week's roundup of What's Fresh at Buncombe County farmers tailgate markets at appalachiangrown.org.

Not in Buncombe? Search for markets across the region at appalachiangrown.org.

08/20/2026

For this month's Faces of Local interview, we spoke with Sara Monson and Gretchen Ross. As CTE teachers at Asheville High School and Middle School, both Sara (in 2026) and Gretchen (in 2025) joined ASAP’s programs as a part of the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership.

The fellowship connects outstanding educators with mentors, creating opportunities and relationships to help students understand how STEM concepts apply in the real world. Sara and Gretchen are excited to start their school year with more integration of farm to school initiatives.

Read more from Sara and Gretchen about their experience at ASAP and how they are bringing farm to school work to life in their classrooms.

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306 W Haywood Street
Asheville, NC
28801

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.asapconnections.org/

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