Crops and Forestry
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February 18, 2024
Kamal Bell of Sankofa Farms Is Inspiring a New Generation of Black Farmers
Sankofa Farms in Efland has made a name for itself as a place that not only grows healthy...
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November 14, 2023
Seal the Seasons Makes Local Produce Available Year-Round
North Carolina business Seal the Seasons is helping eliminate food waste and making local products available all year.
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November 14, 2023
North Carolina Collard Greens Are Making a Comeback
Commonly found on the table with any traditional Southern meal, North Carolina collard greens are appealing to a...
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August 22, 2023
New NC State Plant Sciences Building Provides Infrastructure for Ag Research
NC State has a new space where researchers can gather, collaborate and share ideas to enhance North Carolina...
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May 17, 2023
Southeastern North Carolina Thrives on Cucumbers and Pickles
North Carolina proudly ranks third in the nation for cucumbers harvested, producing more than 156 million pounds of...
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November 13, 2022
Ask a Farmer: What are the benefits of taking soil samples?
We asked Danielle Matthews Venable, "What are the benefits of taking soil samples?"
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November 8, 2022
Farm Facts: Cover Crops
Cover crops are a sustainable, environmentally-friendly practice farmers use to improve their soil quality, protect their ground throughout...
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November 1, 2022
Leftover Greenery From N.C. Trees Make an Evergreen Business of Wreaths and Garland
Brad Edwards crafts garland and roping sold in retail stores in about 40 states, along with high-quality wreaths...
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August 21, 2022
Henderson County Orchards Grow Great Apples
But what is it about Henderson County that makes it one of the largest, and best, apple growing...
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May 24, 2022
North Carolina Growers Cultivate Hot Peppers
Hot peppers are a specialty crop for North Carolina farmers, and they grow several types of them across...