Category Archives: Organics

Tribute to a gentle giant in farming

Posted on December 8, 2012 by didaniel

Bill Dow, one of the state’s sustainable-farming pioneers, passed away this week at the age of 67. Bill was a kind and gentle man whose humility served him well, first as a doctor and then as a farmer advocating a … Continue reading →

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NC growers sponsor berry fun contest

Posted on March 29, 2012 by didaniel

Here’s a cool thing. The North Carolina Strawberry Association is sponsoring a YouTube video contest, complete with a prize of a $100 Visa card. Not bad, huh? Deadline for most categories is June 30, and you’ll find all the info here. … Continue reading →

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Davidson County offers intro to sustainable farming program

Posted on December 4, 2011 by didaniel

This is a great program for people seriously interested in farming and within driving range of Lexigton, NC.  The Davidson County  Cooperative Extension is inviting prospective, beginning, and transitioning farmers to attend the 2012 Piedmont Farm School. The seven-month program is for individuals … Continue reading →

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