Cumberland County to Launch New Aid Program for Farmers
Cumberland County is rolling out a new Agricultural Business Assistance Program aimed at helping local farmers and producers recover from recent economic strain—and the county is inviting eligible business owners to a public training session in January to learn how to apply. The program is funded through American Rescue Plan (ARP) “freed‑up capacity” dollars, a…
Agricultural authorities urge caution for flock owners following bird flu detection in Sampson County
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is urging local poultry farmers to take extra precautions to protect their flocks against avian influenza after the disease was detected in a commercial turkey operation in neighboring Sampson County.
How one of Cumberland County’s own plans to make waves in November
Democratic candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture Sarah Taber is hoping to rock the boat come November.
A record-dry June has lasting impact on Cumberland’s farmers
A long dry spell in June has threatened viable crop yields for local farmers.
Column: Gillis Farms recognized for 200 years of tilling the soil and cultivating the crops
For brothers Joe and Jimmy Gillis, farming is just a way of life. They know the fields like the callouses on their hands. They know life on Gillis Farms out west Fayetteville way, and while those rural days of agriculture farming have changed, their love for the land remains timeless. Mornings come early on the…
Business Notebook: Cooperative Extension accepting Agricultural Hall of Fame nominations
Cumberland County Cooperative Extension is accepting nominations for induction into the Cumberland County Agricultural Hall of Fame for 2023, according to a county news release. The Hall of Fame …
Agriculture Hall of Fame nominations sought
Nominations are being accepted for induction into the Cumberland County Agricultural Hall of Fame for 2023.
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Business Notebook for Feb. 26
In this issue of Business Notebook: Cool Spring Downtown District plans mixer for downtown residents; Cumberland County Schools earns statewide recognition for communications; Cliffdale Elementary’s Shacarra Taylor named Counselor of the Year; Corn Growers Association referendum set March 14; DOT opens applications for HBCU internship, fellowship programs
Column: Candied apples, cotton candy, funnel cakes and the carnies are back in town
There’s just something about the county fair. From the candied apples to the cotton candy, to the aroma of onions and green peppers frying on the skillets to flavor a sausage dog, to the carnival hawkers tempting you to try your skills and win a teddy bear.