Did you see the recent post and graphic that the WNC Farmers Market recently shared about our new grant program, Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Grants? Learn more below, including how to apply! #NCAgriculture

More information: loom.ly/MY49D_E

May is National Strawberry Month and farms across our state have plenty of fresh strawberries available, including DJ's Berry Patch, Penny's Produce, Wrenn's Farm and Rudd Farm. Let us know in the comments where you will pick some up at and enjoy! #BuyLocal #NCAgriculture

Did you know that New Hanover County has developed a program called Garbage to Gardens where children learn to use compost from their school cafeterias for school gardens and other outdoor spaces? Learn more in the article below! #NCAgriculture

Read more: loom.ly/ohtKUV4

Join us in congratulating Marianna Harrison from Mt. Pleasant on her upcoming graduation from Mt. Pleasant High School! Marianna has been an active member of the FFA & enjoys raising & showing goats with her family. We are proud of all 2024 ag graduates! #NCProud #NCAgriculture

“I’m a shopper too so I’m out there watching out for everybody in the grocery stores to make sure you’re getting what you pay for.” NCDA&CS Standards Division Director Stephen Benjamin shares his #IAmAg story and how he works to protect consumers. nasda.org/protecting-con…

Join us in recognizing our March Employee of the Month, Beth Carroll!

Beth is a graphic designer in the art department with our Marketing Division. She develops materials that promote N.C. Agriculture, including signage, brochures, flyers and more. Congrats Beth! #NCAgriculture

Slow Farm in Cameron is a regenerative farm that takes pride in rebuilding their soil. In addition to raising a variety of livestock they also create many value-added products. Follow along on their social media channels for the latest updates! #SocialMediaSunday #NCAgriculture

It's planting season for many farmers across North Carolina, which means more tractors and other farm equipment are travelling on the road. Please be mindful and stay alert during your driving hours and help keep our farmers safe! #NCAgriculture #AgSafety #FarmSafety

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at the NCDA&CS! Celebrate mom today and every day with local products, produce, flowers and more. They are more than deserving of the best! #GotToBeNC #NCAgriculture

Do you love looking at wildflowers? Then don't miss the Guided Spring Wildflower Hike at Holmes Educational State Forest next Saturday, May 19th, from 2 to 4 p.m. Check for available time slots at the link below! #NCAgriculture

Register here: t.ly/NwEnR

Check out the next video in our 'We Do That!' series as N.C. Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler talks with Kira Wetmore who manages the dairy unit at the Piedmont Research Station outside Salisbury. Find it on our Instagram or Facebook page! #WeDoThat #NCAgriculture

Local farms and farmers markets are the perfect places to spend time with mom this weekend! From a variety of local products like wine and flowers to fun farm activities like goat yoga, celebrate Mother's Day with NC Agriculture this year. #BuyLocal #MothersDay2024 #NCAgriculture

Did you know that today is National Shrimp Day? Pick some up this weekend from Locals Seafood & enjoy. Don't forget to thank all the seafood farmers & aquaculture industry professionals across the state for providing shrimp & other products we enjoy every day! #NCAgriculture

The Got to Be NC Festival is right around the corner! Next weekend, come join us at the N.C. State Fairgrounds to celebrate the heart and history of N.C. Agriculture with livestock, Got to Be NC products, food, rides and more. Will you be there? #GotToBeNC #NCAgriculture

It was a beautiful afternoon to celebrate the Starnes Family as the NC Outstanding Conservation Farm Family of the Year! Utilizing their own acreage and rented land, the Starnes Family currently farms around 800 acres, employing conservation practices to protect soil and water.

Remember when NC State University super-star DJ Burns visited the NC State UniversityDairy and discussed the benefits of drinking chocolate milk as a recovery drink? Check out our Facebook page to enter the giveaway for a chance to win an autographed Got to Be NC license plate! #NCState #NCAgriculture

Today, NC Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler joined others at 4S Farms in Salisbury to recognize farm owner Kim Starnes & his family were presented with the Soil & Water Conservation Farm Family of the Year Award! Learn more on our Facebook. #NCAgriculture NC Assn. of SWCD

The May edition of the Agricultural Review is now online! Learn all about what's happening in our state's number one industry, including the Got to Be NC Festival. Check it out at the link below! #NCAgriculture

Ag Review here: loom.ly/yneVdi8

Did you know that our International Marketing division works hard with exporters and partner companies to ensure that N.C. Agriculture products can reach 95% of the global market? We are so proud of the farmers in our state who provide for people across the world! #NCAgriculture

Purple sweet potatoes have been growing more popular through the years, not only for their beautiful color but also their delicious taste! Check out this recipe from Farm Pak on Roasted Purple Sweet Potatoes. #NCAgriculture

Full recipe: tinyurl.com/m5uxc4p4