2024 Gaston County Farmland Protection Plan
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As part of its strategic planning efforts, Gaston County Government has prioritized conserving farmland and strengthening the agricultural economy. In May 2024, the Gaston County Board of Commissioners officially approved the updated Gaston County Farmland Protection Plan.
What is a Farmland Protection Plan?
The purpose of this Farmland Protection Plan is to establish a framework for supporting the agricultural economy of Gaston County. This plan updates the original Farmland Protection Plan that was approved on October 22, 2009. The updated plan does not institute new policies, but instead sets clear goals for the County and its various departments to work toward in support of agriculture and farmland preservation.
The 2024 plan incorporates specific, measurable goals and aligns farmland protection efforts with the County’s broader strategic priorities.
Click here to view the 2024 Farmland Protection Plan
What is different about the updated Farmland Protection Plan?
- The new plan updates data regarding agricultural trends in Gaston County
- The new plan summarizes farmland conservation efforts that have taken place since 2009.
- The new plan researched successful farm conservation efforts from across the country and will engage Gaston County farmers and residents to select strategies that best fit Gaston County’s situation.
- The new plan establishes measure goals and specific actions by County Departments and community partners.
- The new plan is incorporated into Gaston County’s Strategic Plan and the Gaston Comprehensive Planning process.
Where can I learn more about Gaston County Agriculture?
2017 USDA Agriculture Census Infographic