We advocate for agriculture, agribusiness, and farming in North Carolina

We promote and defend a strong economic and regulatory climate for agricultural and rural areas to be sustainable and profitable. We proactively engage and support like-minded organizations and react quickly to any issue threatening our farms, businesses, and communities.

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News and Updates

What is the big deal with the Chevron deference?

February 17, 2024

Today we’re talking about the pair of Supreme Court cases getting the most attention from the agricultural community this year: Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and Relentless, Inc. v. Department of Commerce.Both may undo what’s known as Chevron deference, a legal doctrine long pilloried in conservative circles that stems from the high court’s 1984 decision in Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council.…

Unmasking Bill Graham: A Distorted Image and Real Threat to North Carolina Agriculture

December 21, 2023

You may have seen that trial lawyer Bill Graham is running for governor – and running campaign ads. We generally don’t get involved in this stage of the election process when each party is sorting out its candidates for the main ticket next year. But when a candidate speaks about agriculture, we pay attention. And…

Livestock Hall of Fame ceremony honors long-time farm families

November 11, 2023

On this Veterans Day, we salute the men and women of our Military who served at home and overseas in harm’s way so that we can enjoy the freedoms provided under the US Constitution. We extend a BIG THANK YOU for your service. We pray for the safety and welfare of those in active duty in an increasingly…

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