NC Ag Commissioner Steve Troxler

Following a recent discovery of tropical spiderwort in Eastern North Carolina, farmers are being asked to be on the lookout for this aggressive and invasive weed.

North Carolina agriculture continues to invest in ag research to advance agricultural production in the state. A number of upcoming Field Days will showcase some of the work being done with tobacco, turfgrass, horticulture crops, corn and soybeans.

Agritourism options continue to grow in North Carolina, which is great for anyone looking for fun summer activities or even kids’ camps. VisitNCFarms.com features an online calendar of events to stay up on what is happening on farms across the state.

The department’s Cooperative Grading Service is looking to hire peanut graders for the upcoming peanut season. Twelve peanut grading job fairs will be held in Eastern NC starting mid-July. These seasonal jobs pay $15.50-$16 an hour with paid training provided.

North Carolina farmers and others are without power and many have been displaced from their homes after getting pounded by the remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal Sunday and Monday.  North Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler says he and his staff are evaluating the situation. “The good news is it does not look like the […]

The N.C. Forest Service’s annual seedling sale starts July 1, with orders being accepted for native and genetically improved tree varieties. Interested landowners are encouraged to shop early for the best availability.

North Carolina’s Forest Sector continues to be a significant contributor to the economy and employer, according to a recent N.C. State University report. International exports were up $1.73 billion in 2023.

The NCDA&CS Agronomic Services Division helps farmers and homeowners optimize growing conditions whether that is a crop, lawn or garden. Now is a great time of year for homeowners to submit their soil samples for quicker turnaround time.

The latest National Agricultural Statistics Service’s Crop Progress and Condition Reports show farmers are busy putting in this year’s crops and conditions point to mostly adequate soil moisture. Regional agronomists reports indicate the planting season is off to a good start.

For the first time, the destructive spotted lanternfly has been detected in Rockingham County, making it the third county in the state where the pest has been found. Other sites are in Forsyth and Guilford counties.