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North Carolina Action Alert Congress is in the beginning stages of writing the 2023 Farm Bill, and we are...
By Edgar Miller, Government Relations Director for the Conservation Trust for North Carolina Across the Triangle, farmers face a...
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In the face of escalating climate change impacts, the agricultural sector finds itself at the forefront of both challenge...
Want to meet the farms participating in the 2024 Piedmont Farm Tour? There’s an incredible blend of farmers who...
Before the 2024 Piedmont Farm Tour kicks off this Earth Day Weekend, we’re excited to share the newcomers to...
Jamie Rye, CFSA Communications Officer Located in Conway, SC, just a little past a stone’s throw from the busy...
Crops come out of the field with field heat, and removing it quickly is an essential part of good...
There are so many factors to manage in the greenhouse. From light, heat, water, nutrition, and soil, the list...
Background Published in January 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rule has proven to...
Have you ever heard the word audit and thought that it sounds exciting? More than likely not. Going through...
Background Achieving and maintaining organic certification can often be a daunting prospect for producers, and a specific set of...
In organic farming, controlling weeds is one of the most challenging problems to overcome. Without herbicides, weeds can quickly...
It’s almost turkey time! No matter how you celebrate this time of year, a local, pasture-raised turkey is the...
Almost every ag space I have entered lately is buzzing with climate-smart chatter, and I couldn’t be happier. Why?...
Background Consumers are spending more on organic food than ever, with sales of USDA-certified organic products growing steadily over...
We’re excited to introduce you to CFSA’s five board candidates up for election at the 2023 annual meeting. Below,...
Raising poultry for eggs is common for many small farms and homeowners. Adding egg layers to your farm can...
Which financial assistance opportunities are available for 2023 conference attendees?
by Amelia Bruss, CFSA Soil Health Technician When considering what soil amendments might suit your crop needs, basic soil...
by Sylvia Reed, Davidson College | Wednesday, July 18, 2023 – Fruit damage caused by tomato fruitworm The tomato...
North Carolina Action Alert Congress is in the beginning stages of writing the 2023 Farm Bill, and we are...
If you eat, you’re affected by the farm bill. The U.S. farm bill is the largest piece of legislation...
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