Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project
About Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project
ASAP builds local food economies that support farmers and ensure healthy food access across the Appalachian region of Western North Carolina.
"To help local farms thrive, link farmers to markets and supporters, and build healthy communities through connections to local food."
Visit WebsiteWhy They Were Selected
Created the influential Local Food Guide reaching 100,000+ households
Operates 7 tailgate markets throughout Western NC
Growing Minds farm-to-school program reaches 70+ schools
Business services have helped launch 200+ farm enterprises
How They Align with One Health
Human Health
ASAP's Growing Minds program creates lifelong connections between children and local food, building healthy eating habits from an early age.
Environmental Health
By helping small farms remain economically viable, ASAP preserves agricultural land and the sustainable farming practices that protect Appalachian ecosystems.
Food Systems
ASAP has built comprehensive local food infrastructure including markets, institutional procurement, and business development services.
Their Impact
Get Involved
Inspired by Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project's work? Here's how you can support local food systems in your community.