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NC Commissioner Troxler: Drought Update

NC Commissioner Troxler: Drought Update

Jul 30, 2024 | 3:59am
Although drought conditions persist, recent rains have been welcomed by farmers across the state. Crop conditions continue to remain a concern, especially for corn and hay. Some crops show signs they are responding to the rain. USDA Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack declared a disaster for Columbus County based on losses caused by the drought, which […]
NC Commissioner Troxler: State Fair Competitions are Open

NC Commissioner Troxler: State Fair Competitions are Open

Jul 23, 2024 | 1:16am
You would expect the competition to be extra strong for the N.C. State Fair, after all it represents the best of the best of North Carolina, so people start planning early on what they intend to enter at the Fair. Competition entries are being accepted now through Sept. 15 for those planning to compete in […]
NC Commissioner Troxler: Three New Regional Agronomists Hired

NC Commissioner Troxler: Three New Regional Agronomists Hired

Jul 16, 2024 | 2:34am
The Agronomic Services Division has hired three new regional agronomists to fill vacant positions. The agronomists work one-on-one with farmers to help troubleshoot crop issues, and provide agronomic advice to increase yields and improve efficiencies.
NC Commissioner Troxler: Annual Seedling Sale is Underway!

NC Commissioner Troxler: Annual Seedling Sale is Underway!

Jul 9, 2024 | 3:44am
Orders are now being accepted for native and genetically improved tree varieties through the annual N.C. Forest Service’s Seedling Sale. Interested landowners are encouraged to shop early for the best availability.
Carolinas Drought Conditions Threatening Crops, Bottom Line

Carolinas Drought Conditions Threatening Crops, Bottom Line

Jul 3, 2024 | 5:03am
Dry conditions are threatening crops in both Carolinas. North Carolina Farm Service Agency Director Bob Etheridge tells SFN the damage to some crops is irreversible. “The corn crop for all practical purposes, are pretty well gone, except in some of the black land areas down east, where the ground’s a little heavier, they had a […]
NC Commissioner Troxler: Drought Conditions Affecting Crops

NC Commissioner Troxler: Drought Conditions Affecting Crops

Jul 2, 2024 | 4:33am
Abnormally dry weather conditions are combining with hot temperatures to wreak havoc on corn and other crops. With 99 counties experiencing extended dry conditions, the state desperately needs a good, soaking rain. For consumers, I urge you to keep buying local and supporting our farmers. They really need us now as they go through these […]
NC Commissioner Troxler: Be Prepared for Hurricane Season

NC Commissioner Troxler: Be Prepared for Hurricane Season

Jun 25, 2024 | 2:34am
With a busy hurricane season predicted this year, North Carolina farmers need to be sure to review their storm preparation plans and storm response plans to be prepared. Check their back-up equipment like generators and make sure they have important phone numbers and business information secured but within quick access.
NC Commissioner Troxler: SASDA Update from Williamsburg

NC Commissioner Troxler: SASDA Update from Williamsburg

Jun 18, 2024 | 1:06am
The Southern Association of State Departments of Agriculture meeting this week in Williamsburg, Virginia. I’m Mike Davis, and on site, we have our own reporter embedded on the front lines, and that is North Carolina Ag Commissioner Steve Troxler. Commissioner, what are some of the issues that are front and center for you at SASDA […]
NC Commissioner Troxler Honors Wake County Farmland Preservation Efforts

NC Commissioner Troxler Honors Wake County Farmland Preservation Efforts

Jun 11, 2024 | 2:55am
Wake County has employed a number of innovative measures focused on farmland preservation that has resulted in almost 240 acres of farmland preserved. The county, the Wake County Ag Advisory Board and the Wake County Soil & Water Conservation District was recently recognized for these efforts with a Friend of Farmland Award.
NC Commissioner Troxler: NC Ag Hits New Economic Milestone

NC Commissioner Troxler: NC Ag Hits New Economic Milestone

Jun 4, 2024 | 1:31am
For the second straight year, North Carolina’s agriculture and agribusiness industry has recorded strong growth, jumping to $111.1 billion in economic impact. Agriculture continues to power our state’s economy.