Piedmont Triad Farmers Market

State operated farmers markets have been serving North Carolina residents and farmers for 29-plus years. Recently, the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market celebrated its 40th year of service.

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The State Farmers Market in Raleigh is th elargest state-run farmers market in North Carolina.

Summary: The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services operates four regional farmers markets that offer residents and farmers a place to buy and sell local produce and food products. Each market has served communities for 29 or more years. The Charlotte Regional Market celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Today’s Topic with Assistant Commissioner … Read more

Farmers Market Managers Recognized for COVID-19 Response

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These days, the four NCDA&CS farmers markets are still operating with modifications due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s been three and a half months since the markets plunged into emergency response mode – having to make immediate adjustments for public safety while also staying open to provide a viable source of food for people. While … Read more

N.C. Specialty Foods Association celebrates 25 years

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The N.C. Specialty Foods Association celebrated its 25th anniversary last month with a reception at the Angus Barn in Raleigh. The group, which promotes locally made gourmet food and specialty products, held its inaugural meeting at the Angus Barn on April 11, 1994. The original organization had 50 members. Sandi Ford, of Bone Suckin’ Sauce … Read more

News Roundup: Oct. 28 – Nov. 3

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News Roundup

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. “Road to recovery: WNC addresses food waste with a regional summit,” Mountain Xpress: That bundle of lettuce from the tailgate market was bright green and tempting when you lovingly transferred … Read more

News Roundup: July 16-22

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News Roundup

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. “Blacklands Region Sitting on a Good Corn Crop,” Southern Farm Network: (Audio) We’ve heard several times over the past couple of weeks how good the North Carolina corn crop is. The … Read more