Stories From 2018

Jun 6, 2018

Branan Provides Ag. Law Perspective to Hog Nuisance Trial Analysis

“What the plaintiffs did in their complaint was lay out factually how the farmer in these arrangements doesn’t really do enough to be found liable for damages,” North Carolina State University ag and environmental law professor Andrew Branan said.

Jun 6, 2018

Walden Speaks on the Urban-Rural Divide

Walden presents across North Carolina about the urban-rural divide.

Jun 4, 2018

Corn Basis Determines Impact of Out-of-state Corn on Animal Ag Profits

With a deficit of feed grain to nourish North Carolina’s “tails and feathers” production – hogs, broiler chickens and turkeys – the profitability of our state’s livestock industry hinges on adequate, reliable and low-cost out-of-state sources for corn.

Jun 4, 2018

New Off-Road Vehicle Restrictions In Outer Banks

New limits on off-road vehicles in North Carolina’s Outer Banks aim to protect endangered species. They also add another chapter to the United States’ long history of conflict over use of public land.

May 30, 2018

Farm School Grows Supportive Network for Entrepreneurial Growers

Folta says that building connections and having a mentor was one of the best benefits of participating in Farm School.

May 29, 2018

Branan Lends Legal Training Support to VAD Workgroup Training

Andrew Branan, Extension Assistant Professor, has joined the workgroup supporting Voluntary Agricultural District (VAD) programs across North Carolina. The VAD workgroup is currently providing legal, technical and leadership training for county personnel who lead their local VAD program in various regional locations across North Carolina.

May 25, 2018

Eliminating the Harvest Price Option in Revenue Protection Insurance

Publication titled "How much indemnity would North Carolina farmers lose without the Harvest Price Option in Revenue Protection Insurance? A Retrospective Evaluation for North Carolina Corn, Soybeans, and Cotton"

May 22, 2018

NC Appeals Court Limits Agritourism Definition

The North Carolina Court of Appeals on May 15 placed a check on the expanding list of activities operated in rural North Carolina under the definition of "agritourism."

May 21, 2018

ECU Collaboration Supports Sustainability for N.C. Farms

Instructors from ECU's College of Business joined event organizer NC State University in developing and delivering content to help large family-owned farmers strengthen their business management skills, meet the demands of the global market and gain a competitive advantage.

May 21, 2018

AgClips Showcases Executive Farm Management Program

The science, technology and business of farming in the 21st century are changing rapidly, and to compete on a global scale, farmers need to know not just how to grow a good crop but how to effectively lead complex, management-intensive operations.