Record #:

44716

Author(s):

Broome, Wesley

Abstract:

Located in Four Oaks near Smithfield in Johnston County, Garrett Wildflower Seed Farm specializes in cover crops, wildflowers and wildlife food crops that benefit the environment. The 1,500 acre farm produced approximately 90,000 pounds of seed last year. Don and Laura Lee and Ann Ennis are owners.

Source:

North Carolina Field and Family (NoCar S 1 N672), Vol. 13 Issue 1, Spring 2026, p6-9, il

Subject(s):

Wildflowers--Four Oaks (Johnston County); Seed production--cover crops--Johnston County

Record #:

44717

Author(s):

Watts, Mara

Abstract:

The article notes three farmers moving forward in making high quality beef more accessible to locals and consumers across the nations. Interviews include: Fred Smith Company Ranch, Wilders and seven Meadows Farm.

Source:

North Carolina Field and Family (NoCar S 1 N672), Vol. 13 Issue 1, Spring 2026, p10-13

Subject(s):

Beef; Cattle; Beef Production--North Carolina Farms