Cloud 9 Farm Receives Mini Grant

In February 2017 the WNC Agricultural Options program awarded 35 farm businesses grants totaling $201,000 to assist in farm diversification and expansion. The N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission is the exclusive financial supporter of WNC AgOptions, which aims to build sustainable farming communities in the mountain region by providing resources directly to farmers. Buncombe County… Read more »

Paris (of the South) in the Spring

Asheville has been called “The Paris of the South” for a century but no one really thinks it can hold a candle to Paris, France. However, we came up with similarities and will let YOU decide.   People love to get their feet on the street and experience the unique feel of a small town… Read more »

5 Reasons You Need a “Beer-cation”

You’ve heard of a “Farm-cation” because that’s what we are…a stay on our wooded farm with a blueberry field in the valley away from the hustle and bustle of touristy places, but have you heard of a “Beer-cation?” With the evolving craft beer scene and the Beer City designation of Asheville with 17 plus breweries… Read more »

Signs of Spring on the Blueberry Farm

www.Cloud9Farm.net started as a blueberry u-pick hobby farm long before the internet (1070) and now is the most inspiring spring time of year! What a beautiful site…the blueberry buds are breaking their tight cluster and wafting their sweet, but faint “come-hither” perfume. The pollinators are checking out the maturing blossoms with the bumble bees first,… Read more »

Get your Moog on!

Today begins the 5 day Moog Festival in Asheville, NC dedicated to the synthesis of technology, art, science and music. Artists, engineers, and enthusiasts of Bob Moog pay tribute to the legacy of the analog synthesizer guru who made his home here. Featuring landmark performances by groups we’ve never heard of like: electronic music pioneers… Read more »