Jamey Cross 
From the archives is a series that dives into the archives of the Agricultural Review, the free newspaper published by the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, and explores interesting recipes, agriculture news and features from the past century. Potatoes are one of North Carolina’s most versatile crops. Whether you’re craving crispy roasted potatoes, … Read more
The Farmland Preservation Division of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Natural Resources Conservation Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture reached a significant milestone with the closing of their 100th jointly funded agricultural conservation easement. The easement was recorded July 15 in Johnston County. This milestone is the result of … Read more
The addition of nearly 29,000 square feet of storage space to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Food Distribution warehouse in Butner will support the division’s efforts to get food onto dinner tables and into school cafeterias across the state. Ten years in the making, a ribbon cutting in late July officially opened … Read more
Fair season? But it’s only August! When you think of the fair, you may picture carved pumpkins, flannel and the scent of kettle corn in the brisk fall air. Even though the summer heat is still upon us, fair season is almost here, with nearly two dozen fairs scheduled across the state over the next … Read more
From the archives is a series that dives into the archives of the Agricultural Review, the free newspaper published by the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, and explores interesting recipes, agriculture news and features from the past century. Blueberry season in North Carolina is one of the sweetest times of the year. From … Read more
Atlantic hurricane season began June 1, running through Nov. 30 and peaking mid-August to late October. When hurricanes or any other disasters occur that impact agriculture in North Carolina, each division of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services responds to help farmers, consumers and communities recover. Before they happen, the Emergency Programs … Read more
Many North Carolinians have been busy beautifying their yards this spring and early summer with trees, shrubs, flowers and other plants. When they visit a local nursery or home improvement store, they expect the plants they purchase to be healthy, pest-free and ready to thrive at their new home. Specialists with the Plant Industry Division … Read more
From the archives is a series that dives into the archives of the Agricultural Review, the free newspaper published by the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, and explores interesting recipes, agriculture news and features from the past century. There’s something special about honey harvested in North Carolina. From the wildflowers of the Piedmont … Read more
Twelve North Carolina veterinary practices were recently awarded grants to help support their large animal practice. The Large Animal Healthcare Enhancement Grant is a $130,000 recurring fund created by the N.C. General Assembly in 2023 and is administered by the N.C. Ag Finance Authority. This funding opportunity is available to veterinarians who practice in one … Read more
From the archives is a series that dives into the archives of the Agricultural Review, the free newspaper published by the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, and explores interesting recipes, agriculture news and features from the past century. The recent stretch of record-breaking heat in North Carolina makes one wonder if we have … Read more
