Memorial Day weekend is when grilling season officially “heats” up in North Carolina. It’s a great time to gather with family and friends and grill steaks, burgers, hot dogs, seafood or, try the delicious pork recipe below from WRAL’s Local Dish. North Carolina ranks 2nd nationally in pork and it accounts for almost 20 percent […]
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News Roundup: May 21-27
Each week we round up the latest N.C. agricultural headlines from news outlets across the state and country, as well as excerpts from the stories. “Freeze Damage in Peaches Becoming Evident,” Southern Farm Network: (Audio) Two late freezes, one in late March, the other in early April damaged the North Carolina peach crop, but it’s […]
Farmers markets make Memorial Day shopping easy
If you’re hosting a Memorial Day cookout this weekend, plan a visit to a state farmers market for your grocery needs. You can find a large selection of locally grown produce, as well as a variety of fresh meats and cheeses. A trip to a farmers markets also is a great way to spend time […]
In the Kitchen with Brian and Lisa: Strawberry bruschetta
WRAL reporter Brian Shrader and our own Lisa Prince feature seasonal recipes in their Got to Be Good Cookin’ segment using ingredients grown and available right here in North Carolina. Strawberry season has almost ended in North Carolina, but you still can find berries at a few locations across the state. Brian and Lisa offer […]
In the Kitchen with Brian and Lisa: Berry Trifle
WRAL reporter Brian Shrader and our own Lisa Prince feature seasonal recipes in their Got to Be Good Cookin’ segment using ingredients grown and available right here in North Carolina. The end of May is a special time for berry lovers in North Carolina. Blueberry season is just beginning at local farmers markets as strawberry season comes to […]
Mark your calendars for State Fairgrounds’ Got to Be NC Festival, May 29-31
The Got to Be NC Festival will return to the State Fairgrounds Friday, May 29, through Sunday, May 31. With free admission, free parking, free bluegrass and beach music and free food samples from nearly 100 N.C. companies, it’ll be a fun place to wrap up your Memorial Holiday week. There are several new features […]