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N.C. Forest Service advises caution during spring wildfire season

March marks the start of spring wildfire season in North Carolina, prompting the N.C. Forest Service to advise residents on best practices for outdoor burning, particularly yard debris burns.

By Old North News | Mar 3, 2025

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Backyard flock in Dare County tests positive for avian influenza

A backyard flock in Dare County has tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), as confirmed by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Veterinary Diagnostic Lab in Raleigh.

By Old North News | Mar 3, 2025

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North Carolina's Forest Development Program now accepting applications for funding

By Old North News | Feb 26, 2025

Landowners in North Carolina interested in securing cost share reimbursement funding through the Forest Development Program (FDP) are encouraged to contact their local N.C. Forest Service (NCFS) county ranger’s office or consult with a forester.

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NCDA&CS offers free agronomic services to aid hurricane recovery

By Old North News | Feb 25, 2025

The aftermath of Hurricane Helene continues to affect western North Carolina, with recovery efforts ongoing.

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N.C. Forest Service plans prescribed burn on Big Island

By Old North News | Feb 25, 2025

The North Carolina Forest Service has announced plans to conduct a prescribed burn on Big Island, located in Lake James, McDowell County.

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Alleghany County ranger receives Moreland Gueth Water Quality Award

By Old North News | Feb 17, 2025

N.C. Forest Service Assistant Alleghany County Ranger Russell Choate has been honored with the 2024 Moreland Gueth Water Quality Award.

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North Carolina Sentinel Landscape Committee plans meeting for February 25

By Old North News | Feb 14, 2025

The North Carolina Sentinel Landscape Committee is scheduled to convene on February 25 at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Hall of Fame Room, Agriculture Building, located at 2 W. Edenton St., Raleigh.

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Tobacco growers urged to test float bed water quality before transplant production

By Old North News | Feb 12, 2025

Successful tobacco transplant production in North Carolina hinges on water quality and proper nutrient levels in the float solution, according to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

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N.C. Pesticide Board settles multiple cases of improper pesticide use

By Old North News | Feb 7, 2025

The North Carolina Pesticide Board has recently approved several settlement agreements involving cases of pesticide misuse across four counties.

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Integra Foods receives 2025 Exporter of the Year award

By Old North News | Feb 6, 2025

Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler announced that Integra Foods of Bladenboro has been named the 2025 Exporter of the Year.

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North Carolina opens applications for 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

By Old North News | Feb 6, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.

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Agricultural development trust fund advisory committee to meet February 18

By Old North News | Feb 4, 2025

The Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund will hold an advisory committee meeting on February 18 at 2 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Hall of Fame Room, Agriculture Building, located at 2 W. Edenton St., Raleigh.

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North Carolina agriculture forum to address economic outlook and disaster relief

By Old North News | Feb 4, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is set to host its 20th annual Agricultural Development Forum this Thursday.

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North Carolinians warned about ash disposal amid wildfire risk

By Old North News | Feb 3, 2025

Many residents in North Carolina rely on wood-burning stoves and fireplaces during the winter months.

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Clemmons Educational State Forest plans prescribed burns for forest health

By Old North News | Feb 3, 2025

Clemmons Educational State Forest in Clayton is set to conduct a series of prescribed burns from February through early March.

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N.C. Forest Service advises homeowners on wildfire preparedness

By Old North News | Jan 29, 2025

The North Carolina Forest Service is urging residents to implement wildfire mitigation practices and adhere to Firewise principles to safeguard their homes and communities.

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N.C. State Fair opens applications for junior livestock scholarships

By Old North News | Jan 29, 2025

Youth who participated in exhibiting livestock at the North Carolina State Fair can now apply for the N.C. State Fair Junior Livestock Scholarships.

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High path avian influenza detected in Sampson County turkey farm

By Old North News | Jan 28, 2025

A commercial turkey farm in Sampson County, North Carolina, has tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI).

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Flavors of Carolina food show connects local producers with industry buyers

By Old North News | Jan 27, 2025

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, along with its Got to Be NC program, is set to host the annual Flavors of Carolina food show in Greensboro in 2025.