NC Farm School 2021, Moving Forward
Amidst pandemic fears of potential insecurity, there is a rise in the reality of the sensitivity of our food …
Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
2020 NC Farm School Cabarrus County
According to the 2017 Agriculture Census, there are about 74,000 ag producers in North Carolina, and 27% of those …
Helping to Diversify Local Farms: NC Farm School
In a time when the younger generations leave their rural homes in pursuit of higher education and newfound opportunities, …
NC Farm School 2019, a Class to Remember
NC Farm School graduated its 19th class of successful agricultural entrepreneurs on June 4, 2019. NC Farm School has …
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Blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries are two of the most popular berries at the farmer’s market every summer. The demand …
NC Farm School : Keeping It in the Family
NC Farm School is a key resource for those who are seeking to keep land in farm production. For …
When Dreams Come True: NCFS Mentoring Program
Through NC Farm School, alumni gain more than insight into the ABCs of agricultural business planning. They also forge …
Graduate Stories: Berry Good Business
Lis Murray endeavored to start a blueberry farm with her husband Tim. They came to NC Farm School because …
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- NC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program
- Official Variety Testing
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- Extension Soils Program
- Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center
- Vernon James Research and Extension Center
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