Crops and Forestry
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International Trade Revolutionizes North Carolina’s Sweet Potato Industry
North Carolina sweet potatoes are crossing the pond, accounting for nearly 80% of international sweet potato sales.
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North Carolina Farmer Grows Giant Varieties of Produce
North Carolina farmer Sam Jenkins isn’t afraid of a little hard work when it comes to cultivating giant...
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How Sunflowers Helped One North Carolina Farmer Reach New Markets
Fifth-generation farmer Lee Britt grows 50 acres of brightly colored sunflowers to keep up with requests for his...
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Business Is Blossoming at Sunshine Lavender Farm
Annie and Dale Baggett were looking for a change when they first moved to their land in Hurdle...
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Enter to Win a U-Pick Experience at Blueberry Thrill Farm
Get outside and enjoy a beautiful summer morning picking local fruit and flowers at Blueberry Thrill Farm in...
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How to Grow Garlic
Learn how to grow garlic in your home garden, plus where to find ramps – wild leeks that are...
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The Christmas Tree Patch Offers Variety, Sustainability and Family Experience
Start a new family tradition this holiday season at The Christmas Tree Patch in Sanford.
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Poinsettia Fundraisers Are a Holiday Tradition at Homewood Nursery
Homewood Nursery started selling poinsettias for local fundraisers 15 years ago, and the annual events have become an...
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4 North Carolina Choose-and-Cut Christmas Tree Farms
Pick out the perfect Christmas tree at one of these North Carolina farms.
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Spring Into N.C. Strawberry Season
Popularity of pick-your-own berry patches flourishes in North Carolina.
North Carolina Field and Family magazine highlights farms and foods, events and attractions, and interesting people and places throughout the state.