Press Releases

Two additional turkey farms test positive for High Path Avian Influenza; discovered in the increased surveillance zone

Two additional commercial turkey operations in Johnston County have tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza.

North Carolina Egg Association Awarded Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Grant

The North Carolina Egg Association (NCEA) has been awarded a grant from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission (NCTTFC) for $106,800, which will be used to support an integrated communications campaign to reach consumers within the state with interesting, relevant information about egg

Commercial turkey flock tests positive for High Path Avian Influenza

A commercial turkey operation in Johnston County has tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza. The positive sample was first identified by the N.C.

NCDA&CS will hold open house and tours for the Steve Troxler Agricultural Sciences Center

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Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler is hosting an open house celebrating the completion of the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ largest ever building project.

N.C. Plant Conservation Scientific Committee to meet April 7 at the Steve Troxler Agricultural Sciences Center

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Western NC Agricultural Crop Loss Program expanded to include damages and losses incurred from freeze and frost in April 2021

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Agricultural Crop Loss Program has been expanded to include farmers in six western counties that suffered freeze or frost damage to their agricultural commodities from April 2 to April 21, 2021.

N.C. Tomato Growers Association offering scholarship

The N.C. Tomato Growers Association is offering a $1,000 merit/need-based scholarship for the 2022-2023 academic year. Any North Carolina resident who pursues a horticulture or agribusiness undergraduate or graduate degree at a four-year North Carolina college or university is eligible to apply.

NCDA&CS extends strong recommendation to poultry owners to continue strict biosecurity measures due to threat of HPAI

State Veterinarian Dr. Mike Martin has extended his strong recommendation to poultry owners to continue strict biosecurity measures due to the threat of High Path Avian Influenza.  These recommendations include keeping birds enclosed/indoors if possible.

N.C. Forest Service celebrates Arbor Day and the importance of planting trees

This year marks the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day, and its importance is just as relevant now as when it was first recognized.

Local farms open for spring events

Residents and visitors looking for farms that offer outdoor experiences and local food will have plenty of options this spring as farms across the state open their gates to welcome guests.