A new study by American Farmland Trust (AFT) reveals that Aiken County could lose an additional 25,000 acres of farmland to development by 2040 if current trends continue. This alarming projection emphasizes the urgent need for land conservation efforts to protect the agricultural and equestrian heritage that defines our region.
According to the Aiken 2040 Visioning Report, Aiken County leads nearby counties in the conversion of farmland to low-density residential areas. Learn more about what’s at stake—and how you can be part of the solution—by reading the full report.
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