Mecklenburg County Grower Information Session
As we kick off the new year, we’re thrilled to announce our upcoming agriculture programming. We invite you to …
Mal Harrington
Program Assistant, Agriculture and Natural Resources Mecklenburg County Centermsharrin@ncsu.eduStreet Address: 2415 Lester St
Charlotte, NC 28208
Charlotte, NC 28208
Mailing Address: 2415 Lester St
Charlotte, NC 28208
Charlotte, NC 28208
Job Description As the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Program Assistant I support educational programming, marketing, and outreach throughout the ANR department. In absence of Horticulture agent, I currently oversee horticulture and urban agriculture programming.
Recent Posts by Mal Harrington
2025 Report to the People
2025 Annual Report to the People Our annual Report to the People highlights some of our team’s hard work and …
Lunch and Learn: Connecting Producers and Consumers Through Local Food
6-Part Virtual Lunch and Learn Series Introducing Connecting Producers and Consumers through Local Food Education, a 6-part virtual lunch and …
December DIY Hydroponics Classes
Learn the basics of hydroponic plant production and build your own hydroponic system for growing leafy greens and herbs …
Small Grain Farmers Invited to Vote: 2025 Assessment Referendum
North Carolina Small Grain Growers Association (NCSGGA) Referendum Voting Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2025 Time: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Polling Location: N.C. Cooperative …
DHHS Updates About SNAP (November 2025 SNAP Benefits Suspended)
As you may have heard, due to the government shutdown, SNAP/FNS benefits have been suspended for the month of …
Preserving Our Farms: Mecklenburg County Adopts Voluntary Agricultural District Ordinance
The Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners adopted an ordinance establishing a Voluntary Agricultural District program, a major step forward in the County’s …
2026 NC Farm School South Central
Attention new and beginning farmers & agribusiness owners! Mecklenburg County will be participating in the 2026 NC Farm School -South …