N.C. Aricultural and Technical State University is holding its 33rd annual Small Farms Week this week to pay tribute to the importance of small farms to agriculture in the state, and the NCSPA is a sponsor. The event began Mar. 25 in Duplin Co. with a panel discussion of master farmers and local farm tours.…
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Growers from N.C. took on Capitol Hill again last week to advocate for farmers and key agricultural issues in the state. Six board members made the trip to the nation’s Capital including Jimmy Thomas, Jeff Tyson, Greg Manning, Chris Naylor, and Michael McPherson. Angela Berben had been a participant in the American Soybean Association’s Leadership…
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When considering a data management system, it is wise to consider the upfront costs and long-term benefits in order to maximize returns. The best way to accomplish this is to take an inventory of the equipment and systems needed, and identify the appropriate partners, such as local dealers and service providers, to fill those needs.…
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Soybean growers need to be careful about how deep they plant their seeds this growing season because, if not, they may see delayed emergence or even decreased yields. Michigan State University (MSU) researchers say that generally, soybeans should be planted at shallower depths, between 1 and 1.5 inches deep, under the following conditions: Early planting…
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Let decision makers and internet service providers know how much rural American needs reliable, high-speed internet access. For many in rural America, reliable broadband internet access is becoming more important on the farm as new technologies are embraced. However, internet access in rural America often lags behind that of urban centers. How well connected is your…
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On Feb. 22, the North Carolina Soybean Producers Association was named Community Partner of the Year for 2019 for the Columbus County Community Farmer’s Market in Whiteville, N.C. at its annual awards banquet. The photo to the left shows Laura Rogers, Outreach Education Coordinator for the NCSPA, receiving the award. The Association has helped with…
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A recent article in Farm Progress stated that global demand for soybeans has risen by more than 241 percent since 1990. By comparison, corn and wheat demand grew by 130 percent and 37 percent, respectively, during the same period. This is just one example of the positive impact farmers’ checkoff dollars is having on their market…
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Since January 30th, NCDA & CS has processed 70% of the Hurricane Florence Agricultural Disaster Program of 2018 applications and more than $54.8 million in payments have been sent out across North Carolina disaster-declared counties. If you are unsure of the status of your application, you can check it by following this link to the…
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Now is a good time to establish a foolproof weed-management plan for your operation to make it easier to face even the most troublesome weeds later in the season. As weeds develop resistance to more modes of action, weed management should be at the top of every farmer’s pre-plant to-do list. Here, University of Tennessee…
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The NCSPA attends many community events to interact with consumers and answer their questions about farming and agriculture. On Feb. 3, the Association had a booth at the N.C. State vs. University of North Carolina women’s basketball game to do just that. The game was sold out, with lots of buzz surrounding N.C. State as…
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Did you catch the Southern Farm Show last week? The NCSPA did! It was a great few days to catch up with members and share all the great resources the association has available to help improve yields and profitability. If you missed it, be sure to check out the NCSPA’s new app to get all…
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Crop rotation has been a cornerstone of sustainable farming for thousands of years, but the practice has become more complex. There are many factors that today’s farmers need to consider when developing their rotational plans. Seth Naeve, Ph.D., University of Minnesota associate professor and extension soybean agronomist, provides a list of the most important below.…
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