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$240 Million for Ag Disaster Program

Yesterday, the NC General Assembly passed the Hurricane Florence Supplemental Act (SB 823)  which included $240 million for the NCDA Ag Disaster Program. The bill was passed unanimously by both chambers and is now on its way to Governor Cooper’s desk for final approval. Farmers with damage from Tropical Storm Michael may also be eligible for disaster assistance from the…

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States Can Help Regulate Pesticides, But Cannot Contradict EPA’s Conclusions.

Events in recent years have demonstrated the vulnerabilities in our food production systems and supply chains.  Our wellbeing depends on access to safe, affordable food.  Pesticides are essential tools for growers and others whose farms and food-producing businesses rely on them. If left unchecked, pests such as insects and mold can inflict crop losses greater…

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