Early-planted corn is showing problems RALEIGH — Corn planted early in the year often yields better than late-planted corn, but it can also be hindered by unfavorable weather. This year, cool and wet conditions early in the season have stressed plants and slowed root growth. As a result, the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reports that many fields now show evidence of nutrient deficiency, especially of phosphorus and sulfur.
Corn p...
Troxler advises farmers to prepare for hurricane season RALEIGH – As another hurricane season nears, Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler reminds farmers that basic emergency planning can go a long way in lessening a crisis situation.
“Thinking through your emergency plan can help whether a hurricane, tornado or other emergency strikes,” Troxler said. “I hope all farmers will review their plans and get ready for hurricane season. A produce operation has very differen...
FARM BILL PASSAGE McIntyre delivers the key N.C. priorities WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Mike McIntyre, a senior member of the House Agriculture Committee, recently announced that the committee has approved the 2013 Farm Bill which includes key components for North Carolina farmers.
“Agriculture is a mainstay of the North Carolina economy, and it is important that our farmers have polices that they can plan on, depend on, and that work for the crops we grow and produce...
N.C. Pesticide Advisory Committee announces new members and approves case settlements RALEIGH – Two new members were recently appointed to the N.C. Pesticide Advisory Committee. Greg Bunn, a farmer from Nash County, was appointed to fill the vacant farmer position, and Manly Wilder of Raleigh was chosen to fill the vacancy reserved for a conservationist.
The board also approved the following settlement agreements for cases in Ashe, Lee, Lenoir, Mecklenburg, Northampton, Perquimans and Wake counties....
N.C. Forest Service finds laurel wilt disease in New Hanover County RALEIGH — The N.C. Forest Service has confirmed that laurel wilt, a devastating disease of redbay and other plants in the laurel family, has been identified in New Hanover County in an area near the western edge of Wilmington.
The disease has been identified across the Southeast in portions of South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. In North Carolina, it was first discovered in Bladen, Columbus, Pender and Sampso...
Horse owners urged to vaccinate horses against mosquito-borne diseases RALEIGH – It’s mosquito season and it’s time for equine owners across North Carolina to talk to their veterinarians about protecting their animals from mosquito-borne diseases.
West Nile virus and Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis are endemic across North Carolina and can cause illness or death, but they can be prevented with a sequence of two vaccines. In 2012, there were 20 confirmed cases of EEE and three cases...
USDA farm payments to resume WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency Administrator Juan M. Garcia announced that farm payments, which had been temporarily suspended due to sequestration, are scheduled to resume today, May 8. This includes payments for the 2011 Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments Program (SURE), the Noninsured Crop Assistance Program (NAP) and the Milk Income Loss Contract Program (MILC).
“I’m pleased to ...
Troxler challenges restaurants to highlight local food this summer RALEIGH — A new program from the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is encouraging chefs to dig into locally grown products this summer.
The Dig into Local – 90 Day Challenge aims to promote the bounty of N.C. agricultural products available during the growing season by challenging chefs from across the state to create new menu options in their restaurants. “This 90-day challenge is a great opport...
Efforts aimed at helping farmers New NCDA&CS Market News report will help farmers track fertilizer and diesel fuel costs RALEIGH — A new report from the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumers Services State and Federal Market News Service will help farmers track fertilizer and diesel fuel costs — two significant production expenses. The production cost report will be released each Friday.
“The data is collected from various dealers to compile a price range and average in order to protect the anonymity of individual dealers,” said A...
USDA and EPA Release New Report on Honey Bee Health WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a comprehensive scientific report on honey bee health. The report states that there are multiple factors playing a role in honey bee colony declines, including parasites and disease, genetics, poor nutrition and pesticide exposure.
“There is an important link between the health of American agricultur...
Conservation Stewardship Program Applications Due by May 31 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) will provide nearly $175 million in funding for up to 12.6 million additional acres of enrollment this year. “The Conservation Stewardship Program is different than other USDA financial assistance programs,” said Vilsack. “CSP offers payments to producers who maintain a high level of conser...
Value-Added Producer Grants Support Local Producers, Biobased Initiatives WASHINGTON, D.C. – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the selection of 110 grants to agricultural producers and rural businesses that will help create jobs and develop new products. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) remains focused on carrying out its mission, despite a time of significant budget uncertainty. Today’s announcement is one part of the Department’s efforts to strengthen the rural economy. “This support ...
Maple View Farm recalls three flavors of ice cream because of undeclared allergens
RALEIGH — Maple View Farm is voluntarily recalling pint containers of Cookies & Cream, Carolina Crunch and Cookie Dough ice cream because the products contain allergens that were not declared on package labels.
Some or all of the products contain wheat, soy, almonds and peanuts, which can cause serious allergic reactions in people who have an allergy or sensitivity to these ingredients. The recall affects 2,650...
Last call for North Carolina farmers to support local school districts through second annual America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education ST. LOUIS – The deadline is fast approaching for local school districts to compete for a grant of up to $25,000 through America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. The more farmers who nominate a school district, the more it demonstrates community support and strengthens the school district’s application. North Carolina public schools are eligible to receive up to $75,000 in grant funding this year, and nominations...
USDA ANNOUNCES NO MARKETING QUOTA FOR 2014 WHEAT CROP WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that no marketing quota will be in effect for the 2014 wheat crop, a declaration required by current circumstances.
The Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 authorized commodity crop programs for the 2008 through 2012 crop years with the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 providing a one-year temporary extension for the 2013 crop year. Unless superseded by new farm le...
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