Celebrating NC’s Ag Leadership
April 11, 2026
| Friends, Agriculture is North Carolina’s largest industry, but for many, its full impact across our state can still be difficult to see in one place. From county-level production to statewide economic contribution, the scale and reach of agriculture often extend far beyond what’s immediately visible. A new tool from our sister organization, the NC Ag Partnership Foundation, is helping change that. The Foundation recently launched a statewide agricultural data dashboard that allows users to explore the economic impact of agriculture at both the state and county level, offering a clearer picture of how the industry supports jobs, communities, and local economies across North Carolina. The Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, works to support research, education, and tools like this that strengthen understanding of agriculture’s role in our state. Be sure to stay up to date on their work by checking out their website at https://www.ncapfoundation.org/ or following them on Facebook and Instagram. Celebrating NC’s Ag Leadership On Thursday, April 16, we will host Celebrating NC’s Ag Leadership at The Country Squire in Warsaw, bringing together a strong group of state leaders and agricultural partners from across North Carolina. We’re grateful for the continued engagement and support from this community and look forward to an evening focused on the people and partnerships that keep our state’s top industry moving forward. Celebrating NC’s Ag Leadership Thursday, April 16, 2026 | The Country Squire, Warsaw, NC | Business Casual Attire Dinner: 5:30 – 8:00 PM We’re looking forward to gathering with many of you next week in Warsaw for an evening focused on the leaders, partnerships, and organizations that continue to strengthen North Carolina agriculture. We are pleased to be joined by a strong group of state leaders and agricultural advocates, including Senators Brent Jackson and Danny Britt, Representatives William Brisson, Jimmy Dixon, Karl Gillespie, Chris Humphrey, Jeff McNeely, Howard Penny, Larry Strickland, Donna White, Representative-elect Darren Armstrong, and Wellie Jackson, candidate for NC House of Representatives. If you or your organization are interested in supporting this event as a Host or Sponsor, please contact Todd Batchelor at 919-818-4370 or todd@ncagpartnership.com. Donations can be made online at ncagpartnership.com. If paying by check, please make payable to NC Ag Partnership and mail to: NC Ag Partnership 3700 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 310 Raleigh, NC 27612 We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, April 16, in Warsaw! |
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| Tori Rumenik Executive Director, North Carolina Ag Partnership |