Photos From the 1st Annual Chatham County Spring Ag Fest
The 1st Annual Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 24, 2018 was a huge success with an estimated crowd …
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Farm Health & Safety
Funding Available for Farmers' Market Advertising
North Carolina farmers markets can expand their advertising budgets through of a new grant offered by the N.C. Department …
Cost-Share for Water Analysis Available
Growers that are required to monitor irrigation or water for processing are eligible for the NCDA & CS Water …
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