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G A R D E N I N G /
A G R I C U L T U R E
N E V A D A
C O U N T Y
L I V I N G
A HOME SERVICES AND RELOCATION DIRECTORY
NEVADA COUNTY RESOURCE
CONSERVATION DISTRICT (NCRCD):
Was founded in 1944 to assist landowners
and land managers in improving their land.
It has a free Advisory Visit Program which
provides technical services, assessments and
information on natural resource manage-
ment on your property. NCRCD also offers
conservation seminars and workshops, lends
hand tools to landowners and participates in
programs for local school children.
Information/Seminars: ncrcd.org
NEVADA COUNTY FARM BUREAU:
This is an organization where those inter-
ested in farming and ranching have the
opportunity to stay informed and have a
voice in managing the county’s important
agricultural resources.
Membership is not just for farmers and
Information / Seminars / Events
ranchers. The Farm Bureau is a family-orient-
ed organization open to everyone. It is part
of the California Farm Bureau Federation
and provides a wide range of services, as
well as scholarships.
Information:
nevadacountyfarmbureau.com
NEVADA COUNTY GROWN: This non-prof-
it was formed as a marketing organization
to promote farmers and ranchers, as well as
educate the public about the importance of
agriculture in Nevada County. Publishes The
Farm Guide which helps the public find local
agricultural products. This annual guide is
available at area chambers of commerce and
on the organization’s website.
A current project is the Nevada County
Food Hub designed to provide a link be-
tween producers and large-scale buyers such
as restaurants, stores and schools. It will also
increase the public’s access to fresh, locally
grown food and help expand agriculture in
the county.
Information/Events:
nevadacountygrown.org
SUSTAINABLE FOOD & FARM
CONFERENCE:
An annual two-day event held in January
organized by farmers for farmers and the
community they serve. The conference
brings together a diverse panel of speakers,
farming related businesses and organiza-
tions. There are lectures, workshops, and a
food and farming expo.
Information:
FoodFarmConference.com
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