Mary Michael Wood 
Target shoppers will soon find a Got to Be NC product on shelves nationwide. Scoot Frozen Lemonade, launched in 2022 as a brand of Mary Mack’s by Gary Mac Herring, will launch in Target stores across the country mid-April. This debut marks a major milestone for the Sampson County-based company. Herring was 19 when he … Read more
For Scott and Katie Sullivan, love didn’t just grow in fields, it started with Scott’s cabbage crop. The couple operates Sullivan Farms Inc., a fifth-generation family farm in Lucama. Their operation spans about 4,000 acres of tobacco, sweet potatoes, cotton, soybeans, wheat, corn, peas, lima beans and sweet corn. In 2023, they purchased Mid-State Produce, … Read more
If you’ve got a grill master, bbq fanatic or sauce lover on your holiday shopping list, skip the box set gifts this year and go local. North Carolina has many Got to Be NC members who are crafting some of the most flavorful sauces and seasonings in the state, and they make perfect gifts for … Read more
Agritourism is a growing part of North Carolina’s agricultural economy, offering everything from u-pick operations and farm stays to hands- on workshops and farm tours. With more than 900 agritourism farms across the state, there are experiences for everyone and every season. Gifting an agritourism experience offers something different during the holidays, not another toy, … Read more
Since its opening in 1978, Williams Plant Farm in Sims, has become a cornerstone of the state’s holiday season, supplying Christmas plants to homes, churches and florists across North Carolina. What began as a small venture has grown into a seasonal tradition that was built on hard work, big dreams and horticulture expertise. H.C. Williams’ … Read more
If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift for the person on your list who loves a good pour, consider keeping your gift close to home this year. North Carolina is home to hundreds of wineries stretching from the mountains to the coast. When you give a bottle of North Carolina wine this season, you’re giving … Read more
Skip the generic candy and treats from the big stores this year and gift the sweet tooth on your shopping list something made right here in North Carolina. Got to Be NC members are bringing Christmas cheer to hearts and homes with festive confections and holiday flavors that may only come around once a year. … Read more
As we approach the holiday season, we’re reminded of the things that bring us together this time of year: family, friends, food and gratitude. At the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, we know that behind every meal shared around the table, there’s a farmer whose hard work makes it possible This year … Read more
At the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, we are dedicated to helping our farmers and agribusinesses connect with global markets. Every day, we have a front row seat to the hard work that defines North Carolina agriculture, and our products are ready to be shared beyond our state and country. That’s why … Read more
Year after year, the holiday season brings back traditions families have enjoyed for generations. Advent calendars are not an unusual part of the season, and Delicious Food Delivered is offering a countdown to Christmas filled with a taste of home. An advent calendar tailored to the N.C. food scene swaps out your standard chocolates for … Read more
