The National Agricultural Statistics Service recently released its September crop production estimates and yield is projected up from the August forecast for corn and cotton. Yields of tobacco, corn, cotton, soybeans and peanuts are projected to be above 2020 numbers …

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Each day of the N.C. State Fair, the fair will recognize one farm family as its Farm Family of the Day presented by Tractor Supply Co. Families chosen will be given tickets to the fair to come on the day …

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Each day of the N.C. State Fair, the fair will recognize one farm family as its Farm Family of the Day presented by Tractor Supply Co. Families chosen will be given tickets to the fair to come on the day …

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The state has recently seen its first cases of Triple E (Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis) and West Nile Virus. Both of these can be fatal in equine and both can be prevented with vaccinations. Confirming these two cases is a reminder …

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Plans are coming together, and advanced tickets are now on sale for the N.C. Mountain State Fair, Sept. 10-19 and the N.C. State Fair, Oct. 14-24. Be sure to put these dates on your calendar. 31 and 65 – that’s …

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With the confirmation of African Swine Fever in the Dominican Republic last week (July 28), producers are urged to be extra vigilant with their biosecurity protocols, especially for anyone traveling to that country. Last week our State Veterinarian got word …

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It’s a busy time of year for fruit and vegetable growers and you can find the efforts of their hard work at farmers markets, roadside stands and grocery stores. There’s no reason not to shop local. If consumers are looking …

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On Monday, NC Ag Commissioner Steve Troxler announced a major State Fair partnership with software innovator Bandwith. First, I want to offer both my congratulations and my appreciation for Bandwidth’s commitment to deepen its roots here in North Carolina. Today’s …

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