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News: Agriculture
News: Agriculture
Farmers sought for medicinal herb project -- North Carolina
Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:40 PM
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(Context Tag: North Carolina) Farmers interested in growing medicinal herbs are being sought for a project designed to determine whether herbs can be a viable commodity on North Carolina farms.
The Medicinal Herbs for Commerce project is part of the North Carolina Specialty Crops Program, a cooperative effort of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University and the Marketing Division of the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. It is based at N.C. State's Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Fletcher.
Applications are being accepted from farmers interested in participating in the second year of the project. Farmers who are selected must agree to meet with the project coordinator at their farm as necessary, maintain production records through the course of the project, keep accurate financial records and receipts for the development of budgets and be willing to host a field day for other growers and extension agents.
In return, growers will get agricultural, technical, and direct marketing assistance plus the seeds necessary to produce and market top-quality medicinal herbs. Project staff will also help growers contact buyers and market herbs. Farmers from throughout North Carolina are eligible to participate. While all types of farmers are eligible, the project is geared toward tobacco growers and developing medicinal herbs as an alternative crop for tobacco.
Thirty farmers will be selected. They must agree to grow at least an acre of herbs. Applications must be postmarked by May 15. More information and applications are available online at ncherb.org. Information is also available from Woody Woodward, project coordinator, at 828.684.3562 or woody_woodward@ncsu.edu.
The project began in March 2004 with funding from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission and the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. This year the project is funded by the Tobacco Trust Fund, Golden LEAF and the North Carolina Rural Center. Last year, 17 growers from 15 counties grew purple coneflower, California poppy, valerian and dandelions. The crops were chosen for their market potential and compatibility with existing tobacco cultivation equipment.
"We were looking for new crops for tobacco growers that didn't require expensive inputs and could use existing resources," explained Dr. Jeanine Davis, associate professor of horticultural science at N.C. State and North Carolina Cooperative Extension specialist. Davis is the project director and Specialty Crops Program coordinator.
"I didn't have to buy any equipment for this project," said cooperating farmer Peggy Garrett of Person County. Most growers were able to simply plug a different crop into their tried-and-true production systems.
"I had been looking for something to help me on the farm and keep me going," said Randy Ball, a participating grower from Vance County. "This project gave me the opportunity to reach out and expand [beyond tobacco]."
"It was a good thing, sort of a life saver because of the tobacco issue," Garrett added. Thus far, six growers have sold their California poppy crop (fresh and dried), five growers sold their echinacea crop, and the dandelion and valerian growers have their crops pre-sold and will ship once they are harvested.
Herb brokering and manufacturing companies including Botanical Supply, Gaia Herbs, Ridge Runner Trading Co., and Strategic Sourcing, all based in North Carolina, and Triarco Industries, of New Jersey, are an integral part of the project. They offer invaluable advice, participate in conference calls and field days and purchase herbs.
"Together, partners involved with this project are building a strong network of medicinal herb growers and buyers, all the while building North Carolina's reputation as a state that produces superior quality raw materials for a growing natural products industry," said Woodward, the project coordinator.
See, also, N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Marketing Division.
New Certified Roadside Farm Market program -- North Carolina
Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:35 PM
(Context Tag: North Carolina) North Carolina farmers who operate roadside stands and primarily sell their own fruits and vegetables or their neighbors’ commodities to participate in a new program aimed at boosting sales and increasing curb appeal.
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is beginning a new Certified Roadside Farm Market program to help consumers easily locate roadside stands selling commodities that are fresh from North Carolina farms.
“Selling directly to consumers is a great market for farmers, and allows consumers to enjoy the freshest fruits and vegetables available,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Our goal with this program is to help farmers draw even more shoppers to their stands by providing signs that clearly identify a location with North Carolina products.”
Growers who sign up to participate in the program will receive a metal “Certified Roadside Farm Market” sign to display, a marketing kit with posters and price cards to use in their displays, and suggestions on market appearance, product quality, displays and other marketing tips. In addition, participating farm markets will be listed on the NCDA&CS’ NCFarmFresh.com Web site, where consumers can search for local farms selling produce in their areas.
“Curb appeal is important in attracting potential customers, and we want to help farmers who operate their own roadside stands to maximize their exposure and draw,” Troxler said.
As part of the program, farmers must grow 51 percent of the commodities they sell. Operators are encouraged to sell other locally grown products, too. The program is free, and the Department hopes to send out signs and marketing kits by mid-May. Farmers with roadside stands can sign up at anytime.
To participate, operators will need to fill out an application form. To learn more about the program or to sign up, contact Ross Williams, assistant director of marketing, at (919) 733-7887 or e-mail him at ross.williams@ncmail.net.
See, also, NC Farm Fresh listings for Cherokee County, NC.
Beekeeping Presentation -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- May 5, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 5:15 AM
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(Context Tag: Andrews NC) At 7:00 pm on Monday, May 5, 2005, the N.C. Cooperative Extension will sponsor a presentation at the Andrews Community Center for those interested in beekeeping.
In an effort to reinforce the dwindling beekeeping ranks in the area, Robert Brewer, a member of the Georgia Beekeepers Association and Cooperative Extension in Towns County, Georgia, will give a PowerPoint presentation aimed at helping people get started in the business, as well as those already in it.
For more information, call the N.C. Cooperative Extension Office in Murphy at 828-837-2210
Bonsai, Haiku and Oriental Flower Arrangements -- Topton, NC -- March 17, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Saturday, May 28 2005 at 8:25 AM
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Appalachian Heritage Alliance will feature a program on bonsai, haiku and Oriental flower arrangements at 6:00 pm on Thursday, March 17, 2005.
Dinner, music and the program are $10.
A program and dessert at 2:00 pm on Sunday, March 20, 2005, is $5.
For more information, call 828-321-9030 or 828-321-3705.
Everyone is welcome.
New Beekeepers Wanted -- North Carolina
Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, May 26 2005 at 5:38 AM
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North Carolina, especially the state's farmers, needs more bees and the NC State University apiculture program is seeking people to participate in a cost-sharing project.
The state has introduced a program to increase the number of active beekeepers and honey bee colonies in the state. The program is open to all residents of North Carolina. Participants will receive two colonies of Russian honey bees with bee hives. New beekeepers must provide additional materials, such as protective clothing, smokers, and additional hive equipment which costs $50 - $150 per hive.
Applications are due by Friday, February 11, 2005.
Applications are online and are also available from local extension agents and NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences apiary inspectors. Call David Tarpy at 919-515-1660 or email at tarpy@ncsu.edu for details on the program.
Seed Savers Winter Workshop -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- January 22, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, May 26 2005 at 3:00 AM
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There will be a Seed Savers Winter Workshop with Dr. David Bradshaw from Clemson University on Saturday, January 22, 2005 from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm at the Brasstown Community Center on Settawig Road in Brasstown, NC, near the John C. Campbell Folk School. The registration fee is $10 and space is limited.
The registration deadline is January 15, 2005.
Come learn about the art and science of seeds, heirloom plant varieties, and growing and preserving our local seed treasures. The day will consist of slide presentations, lectures, and hands-on activities, as well as a delicious lunch buffet with locally grown food from our community farmers.
To register: Call Penny Hane of Far West Mountain Economic Partners at 828-389-0232 or toll free at 1-866-389-0232. You can also call Karen Hurtubise at 828-389-3551.
This workshop is made possible by a grant from the Duke Endowment through Far West Mountain Economic Partners.
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Agriculture futures open trading lower on CBOT (AP via Yahoo! Finance)
Agriculture futures traded lower Friday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for December delivery fell 31.5 cents to $7.455 a bushel; December corn fell 15 cents to $5.495 a bushel; December oats lost 4.5 cents to $3.385 a bushel; November soybeans lost 41 cents to $11.94 a bushel.
Agriculture futures end trading lower on CBOT (AP via Yahoo! Finance)
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Agriculture futures end trading lower on CBOT (The Washington Times)
Agriculture futures traded lower Friday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
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Agriculture futures traded mixed Thursday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
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Most agriculture futures traded mostly lower Thursday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
World Bank, IFAD meet with African ministers over agriculture (People's Daily)
The World Bank, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and a group of African ministers have met in the Ghanaian capital of Accra to evolve strategies that would improve agriculture on the continent. According to Channels TV report on Friday, Gary Howe, IFAD director on Strategic Planning said on the sideline of the ongoing Accra High Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness that the ...
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