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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.

Our Priorities

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Support pro-agriculture groups and voices by developing cohesive messages that will influence legislators to support North Carolina agriculture, farmers, and agribusiness.

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Inform and educate the public on the importance, value, and specific impact the agriculture industry has on North Carolina’s economy, families, and individuals.

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Empower pro-farming & pro-agriculture advocates to take action.

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View and take action on specific issues affecting Agriculture in NC.

News and Updates

A Last Look at Three Races That Matter to NC Farms

October 31, 2026

Early voting ends at 3 p.m. today, and Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. If you haven’t made your plan to vote yet, today is the day. Early voting includes same-day registration, and on Election Day, polls are open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. In agriculture, if you’re not at the table, you’re on the…

NC Court of Appeals Candidates: Three Seats on Your Ballot

October 24, 2026

Have you made your plan to vote yet? Early voting ends at 3 p.m. next Saturday, Oct. 31, and Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. We’ve discussed the vital  Supreme Court you’ll decide on your ballot. Today, we’ll highlight three seats on the NC Court of Appeals you’ll also see on your ballot.  The Court…

Read the Tag Before You Share

October 17, 2026

Paid social media posts are dressing up campaign messages as neighbors talking. Before we pass them along, rural North Carolina should ask who paid for the seed. No farmer I know puts seed in the ground without reading the tag. You want to know what’s in the bag, how it germinates, and who stands behind…