The 2017 Census of Agriculture, released earlier this year, shows the state of agriculture around the country. Here are some of its findings about North Carolina agriculture, the state's No. 1 industry:

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North Carolina’s top crops are tobacco, cotton, soybeans, corn and peanuts.

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NCField&FamilySummer2026
Flip through the pages of the Summer 2026 edition of North Carolina Field and Family magazine. In this issue, find vineyard adventures at U-pick muscadine grape farms, explore the oasis of Manteo, learn more about on-farm markets, enjoy peak berry season with summer berry recipes, read about riveting research on hemp fiber and so much more.

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