Discover art, agriculture, and nature along rolling country roads in our weekend itinerary.
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County Fair Spirit
Amid dazzling lights and a rollicking soundtrack, county fairs keep us close to our rural roots.
From the Ground Up
At a Martin County coliseum, all ages gather for horse shows and rodeos, tractor pulls and motocross, underscoring the enduring relevance of North Carolina agriculture.
North Carolina’s Bicentennial Farms
For more than 200 years, these farms have been passed down from generation to generation, preserved through hard work, innovation, and commitment. Today, they’re part of a select group with a coveted title: Bicentennial Farm.
Farmer 911: Tropical Storm Fred
In August 2021, Tropical Storm Fred devastated a farming community in Haywood County. NC Cooperative Extension responded with resources tailored to its residents’ needs.
From Soup to Knots
Local NC Cooperative Extension experts preserve cherished recipes and introduce kids to the thrill of summer camp — and that’s just a taste of what they provide to their communities.
Edible North Carolina: A Journey Across a State of Flavor
A love of the South and its food traditions fostered Marcie Cohen Ferris’s 40-year career as an author and educator. Her new book is a culinary atlas, showing how our foodways have shaped us.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Outstanding in the Field
For a Randolph County native, nothing compares to the sight of the sun setting over a plowed field.
The Month of Their Ripening
A North Carolina author traces our local food traditions through the year, sharing her own experiences alongside stories of the farmers and foragers who nourish us.
