The following blog is from NC Wine. Find more information about North Carolina’s vibrant wine industry at www.ncwine.org. Across our state, from the mountains to the coast, women are working in every facet of wine, cider, and mead production. They are vineyard managers, winemakers, cidermakers, mead makers, marketers, tasting room host, logistics coordinators, compliance experts, … Read more
There’s a certain feeling that comes with the first real chill of of the year. The kind that sends you digging for gloves, humming along to holiday tunes and daydreaming about the glow of a freshly lit tree. For many families, that moment marks the start of a cherished tradition: piling into the car, winding … Read more
Sometime around 2012, Michael Zink needed a new hobby to put his energy into. He acquired some bees and became a beekeeper just for fun. Right away, he had fun and enjoyed himself. Now, 11 years later, Michael Zink and his wife, Christina, have turned their passion in a profession with Sleepy Bee Worx, a … Read more
Summertime in North Carolina means a bounty of berries are available across the state. Weekends and summer evenings offer the perfect time to find a local blueberry farm and pick you own delicious berries. Fresh berries are also available at farmers markets and grocery stores across the state. Once you get your berries home check … Read more
Summary: Farmers markets are opening up around the state, welcoming farm fresh local commodities. Early season offerings include beets, blueberries, bok choy, broccoli, cabbage, greens, peanuts, radishes, strawberries, sweet potatoes and zucchini. Activity is really beginning to pick up at farmers markets across the state with more and more seasonal produce becoming available. You … Read more
Summary: North Carolina is home to many locally made products that participate in our Got to Be NC Marketing program. How to find them where you shop and online. Today’s Topic with Southern Farm Network’s Mike Davis Dec. 27 is National Fruitcake Day. I mention that because North Carolina’s own Southern Supreme Fruitcake has been … Read more
Farmers markets are bustling places across North Carolina with many fresh fruits, vegetables and meats being available now for shoppers. Supporting farmers markets helps support North Carolina farmers who face significant increases in input costs. Talking Points: Weren’t we just celebrating Christmas? And talking about North Carolina Christmas trees? It’s hard to believe it’s … Read more
A passion for all things local is what drives Chefs Kim Bell and Jonathan Haas and their menu choices at the Inn on Turner in Beaufort. This coastal getaway is appealing for visitors due to it’s short walk to the town’s historic waterfront shopping area and historic sites, but it also offers its guests a … Read more
Every Friday on social media, we post a Farm Feature Friday showcasing one of our dedicated North Carolina farmers. Martin McLeod, with Farm Life Hemp, is one of those farmers. The #FarmFeatureFriday campaign will run through December 2021 on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. Be sure to tune in each Friday afternoon on social … Read more
Every Friday on social media, we post a Farm Feature Friday showcasing one of our dedicated North Carolina farmers. Mark Hommes with Castle Hayne Farms is one of those farmers. The #FarmFeatureFriday campaign will run through December 2021 on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. Be sure to tune in each Friday afternoon on social … Read more
