Press Releases

NCDA&CS Agronomic Services staff offer timely fertilizer advice

Spring is a busy time on the farm with growers preparing equipment, working on lime and fertilizer applications, and making cropping decisions even as commodity prices are fluctuating daily. 

N.C. Forest Service urges residents to exercise caution when burning debris

With spring fire season upon us, the N.C. Forest Service is asking residents to prioritize safety and practice caution when burning debris. Escaped fires from burning debris continue to be the leading cause of wildfires in North Carolina.

Flavors of Carolina connects local food companies and buyers

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The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will host its annual Flavors of Carolina food show, featuring more than 130 N.C. food and beverage companies.

Regional interest news roundup from NCDA&CS

Below is a summary of local interest stories that have recently been highlighted on the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ In the Field Blog. Please feel free to use any of this content in your publications or contact us if you have any additional questions.

Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Advisory Committee to hold meeting March 1

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State Farmers Market hosting free live music Thursday from noon to 2 p.m.

The State Farmers Market in Raleigh is hosting a free performance by Got to Be NC Ag Star finalist and country singer Hunter Grant on Thursday from noon until 2 p.m. in the farmer’s shed.

N.C. Spiritous Liquor Advisory Council will hold its first meeting Feb. 24

The North Carolina Spiritous Liquor Advisory Council will hold its first meeting Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. in the Hall of Fame Room of the Agriculture Building, 2 W. Edenton St., Raleigh.

Application period for Phase II of the Swine and Dairy COVID Economic Assistance Program opens Feb. 23

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will open the application period for Phase II of the state’s Swine and Dairy Assistance COVID program beginning Feb. 23. 

N.C. cotton growers to vote on assessment March 31

North Carolina cotton growers will vote March 31 on whether to continue a checkoff program that supports their industry.

Commissioner Troxler promotes Davis and Lanier to NCDA&CS leadership positions