NC: Sustainable Agriculture and Farming
USDA rule could level playing field for livestock producers
Backers of a new federal rule said it will increase fairness for livestock and poultry producers, in North Carolina and across the country. The U.S…
Report: Increasing accountability, sustainability in Farm Credit System
A new report is calling for greater accountability in the system providing funding to farmers in underserved communities. The research takes a dive …
Hydroponic Farm Boosts Healthy Eating, Special-Needs Jobs at NC University
William Peace University is teaming up with Produce Purpose, a nonprofit organization, to install a hydroponic farming operation on campus. The new …
NC Farmers Count On Congress for Support to Fight Climate Change
North Carolina farmers are monitoring a bill that's been revived in Congress, aimed at improving farm sustainability and reducing the agriculture …
NC Business Owners Recognized for Their Social Impact
An increasing number of North Carolina businesses are shifting toward social impact and sustainable business practices. James Montague, president …
NC's Black Farmers Face Uphill Battle
Two Democratic senators have introduced legislation in Washington they hope will become part of the 2023 Farm Bill. Debate is set to begin in the …
As North Carolina Warms, One Farm Turns to a Tropical Crop: Taro
By Lina Tran for Grist.Broadcast version by Nadia Ramlagan for North Carolina News Service reporting for the Grist-Public News Service Collaboration …
In NC, Black Family Farms Grapple with Climate Change
Two sisters running a small vegetable farm in Bladen County said they are struggling to keep their business profitable in a changing climate…
Push to Reform Food Sector Through BIPOC, Immigrant-Owned Cooperatives
As more farm and food cooperatives pop up across North Carolina, advocates say they are creating a new model for food distribution and landownership …
NC Farmers’ Markets Double Buying Power for Food-Insecure Households
People in North Carolina who need to stretch every dollar spent on food can get double the value of fresh produce and other goods through government a…
As Costs Rise, Opportunities Dwindle for NC Small Farmers
Advocates for small farms and ranches in North Carolina say the businesses are ready to bring local, affordable meats and produce to residents…
Esfuerzos para impulsar suministros locales en la Llanura Costera Superior
Un nuevo proyecto de mapeo en línea está ayudando a conectar a los productores locales con los mercados regionales en la llanura superior co…