Friends, First, I want to congratulate the NC Ag Leads team for a great Imagine Ag Day 3.0 on Thursday. Sarah Grace Lee kicked off the day by asking whether we are being proactive or reactive in the agriculture space, and that question is the perfect lead-in to today’s Dispatch. This week’s topic comes directly from our…

Friends, If you’ve ever wondered whether your vote in a primary really matters, this week answered that question. North Carolina’s primary elections reminded us that engagement doesn’t start in November and it doesn’t end when the General Assembly is out of session. In some cases, huge races come down to just a handful of votes. And in…

Friends, What a week! Between the Supreme Court’s decision on tariffs, a cancelled and rescheduled Farm Bill markup, and a State of the Union address, there’s been no shortage of news. In today’s Dispatch, I want to look back at a significant announcement out of the White House that may not have received the attention…

Friends, Happy Saturday.  If you’ve been keeping track of what our agriculture colleagues are doing in Washington, you know the House Agriculture Committee has released draft text of the next Farm Bill ahead of a scheduled markup on Monday, February 23. We have not had a new, fully reauthorized Farm Bill since 2018. It’s not for lack…

Friends, First of all, Happy Valentine’s Day. I hope this Saturday is filled with love and sweet treats for you and your families. I was looking for local candy options this year and came across this article highlighting North Carolina confectioners. Just when I think our state cannot get any better, I learn something new that makes me…

RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Ag Partnership (NCAP) recognized two leaders in NC agriculture during its 2026 Farm Show Dinner, held Thurs., Feb. 5, 2026 at The Angus Barn Pavilion in Raleigh. The annual event brought together farmers, agribusiness leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the state to celebrate leadership, service, and commitment to rural…