Record #:

43586

Author(s):

Stroop, Rachel

Abstract:

"The Forgotten history of the New Farmers of America has been restored and preserved for the future." Founded during the era of segregation, NFA helped guide black youth to become established in agriculture. It was originally begun at N.C. A. & T. during the 1926-27 academic year and later formed as a national organization in Tuskegee Alabama in 1935.

Source:

North Carolina Field and Family (NoCar S 1 N672), Vol. 9 Issue 4, Winter 2022-23, p10-12, il

Subject(s):

New Farmers of America (NFA); African Americans--Education--Agriculture--Organizations

Record #:

43589

Author(s):

Hackett, Tracey

Abstract:

"How milk and peanut research impacts those with food allergies and intolerances. " Dr. Jiammei Yu's research involves exposing peanuts to enzymatic treatment.

Source:

North Carolina Field and Family (NoCar S 1 N672), Vol. 9 Issue 4, Winter 2022-23, p15-16

Subject(s):

Peanut research--allergens; Milk research--allergens

Record #:

43590

Author(s):

Waters, Eric

Abstract:

"Extension agent Brad Edwards helps Christmas tree growers in more ways than one." Edwards launched Chestnut Grove Farms in western North Carolina to expand the traditional Christmas tree market by manufacturing holiday greenery.

Source:

North Carolina Field and Family (NoCar S 1 N672), Vol. 9 Issue 4, Winter 2022-23, p6-8

Subject(s):

Chestnut Grove Farms (Sparta); Christmas roping / greenery manufacture