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33195
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The 1985 crop season in North Carolina began extremely dry. Small grains suffered the most early in the season, and continued to deteriorate from drought. The dryness allowed progress in land preparation and early planting of Irish potatoes, cabbage and cool season garden crops.
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Water Resources Research Institute News
(NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 228, July 1985,
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16918
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The farmland of the eastern United States has changed greatly in its configuration, distribution, usage, and ownership since the 1960s. Using a 1960 baseline, the farmland and farms of North Carolina are examined to ascertain the form, processes, locations, and changes in the state's agricultural geography.
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30883
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Although industrial and manufacturing expansion have been heralded as North Carolina's economic driver, agriculture will continue to be one of the most important industries and businesses for the state. For example, recent industrial expansions have related to and been dependent on agriculture, such as investments in dairy plants, meat packing payroll, increased mixed feed volume, petroleum purchases, and freight revenue. North Carolina farmers sold three quarters of a billion dollars in crops and livestock, led all other states in value of farm commodities and products, and led in retail and processing. North Carolina also leads in training and agricultural research.
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42919
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Steve Troxler, who has been N.C. Agriculture Secretary since 2005 says North Carolina went from almost nothing in the poultry world being exported from the state to almost $100 million in exports in 2020.
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29050
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Reorganization of the United States Department of Agriculture may have significant impacts to North Carolina farms and rural communities. The proposal combines USDA divisions in charge of farm subsidies and land stewardship, areas in which the department interacts directly with farmers. Reorganization would also eliminate the undersecretary for rural development, which worries small farm advocates.
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30189
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North Carolina agriculture contributes millions of dollars to the state’s economy, and cultivates diverse commodities and businesses. The industry is also constantly changing with new technology, farm programs and policies. This article explores changes underway for farmers, processors, scientists and consumers.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 36 Issue 5, May 2016,
p44-48, il, por
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13587
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Farmers are hard at work everywhere and prospects are unusually good for a fine agricultural year throughout the entire section of the state.
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33362
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According to the North Carolina Agricultural Extension Service, the drought affecting the Piedmont and Mountain regions of the state came at one of the worst times possible for agriculture. As early crops in July struggled to survive and bear, later plantings of soybeans and sorghum were having trouble germinating. The drought’s impacts are also affecting cattle and poultry producers.
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Water Resources Research Institute News
(NoCar HD 1694 N8 N48x), Vol. Issue 237, Aug/Sept 1986,
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43302
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"Families or individuals own about 85% of North Carolina's farms. They play a large role in the state's agriculture industry, whose economic impact is poised to surpass $100 million." Braswell Family Farms in Nash County is the nation's second largest Eggland franchise.
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28671
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North Carolina’s farmers markets are growing, to the benefit of local communities. North Carolina has the 10th most farmers’ markets per state in the country with over 250 local markets. The markets often fill a basic need for fresh produce, provide a connection to safer, healthier, locally sourced food, and have encouraged the growth of small farms. The markets also provide the benefit of increasing a sense of community in a town.
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34444
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Sa North Carolina moves closer to becoming a leader in the burgeoning craft beer industry, proponents seek better opportunities for local support in the manufacturing process. A principal ingredient, hops is grown almost exclusively in the Pacific Northwest. While growing conditions in much of North Carolina are not ideal for the production of hops, current research at NC State has led to the development of a new specimen of hops suited to Western North Carolina’s climate. Art Robertson, owner of Running Turtle Hops Farm in Liberty, NC notes the impact of locally grown hops as for quality and economic impact realized.
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30926
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A billion dollar part of North Carolina's economy took a big step this summer. Agriculture in the state began an 8-point program to keep pace with rapid changes and developments in the field. The 10 year effort will seek to produce as much cotton, tobacco, and peanuts as are profitable, while expanding hog, beef, egg, fruit and vegetables; fit production to market demands and outlets; increase size of business; specialize production on individual farms; develop and apply more technology in production and marketing; improve managerial abilities; improve marketing and processing; promote sound public agricultural policy.
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40610
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Despite their relative closeness geographically, there are vast differences between North Carolina and West Virginia. The divergent paths these Southern states have taken since the 1850s is explored comparatively by data related to population, economy, occupations, and education.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 39 Issue 2, February 2019,
p6-7
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Railroads--North Carolina; Agriculture--North Carolina; Labor unions--North Carolina ; Manufacturing industries--North Carolina ; Textile industry--North Carolina ; Tobacco--North Carolina ; Research universities--North Carolina ; Community colleges--North Carolina ; Education, Higher--North Carolina; Population--North Carolina
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28488
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This photoessay provides photographs and stories about farms which grow strawberries in North Carolina. Patterson Farm in China Grove, NC, Ingram Farm in High Point, NC, The Berry Patch in Ellerbe, NC, Cottle Farms in Faison, NC, Vollmer Farm in Bunn, NC, Lewis Nursery and Farms in Rocky Point, and Holden Brothers Farm Market in Shallotte, NC are all photographed and described.
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42706
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Across North Carolina farmers are partnering with local breweries, some supplying ingredients to distilleries, while others assist in recycling by-products that can be used to benefit feeding of livestock.
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