US Department of Agriculture

How Climate Change Could Threaten The Food Supply

Alex Granados and Frank Stasio — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:28:54 +0000

Climate change often sparks concerns over rising sea levels and melting ice caps. But its impact on agriculture could be just as devastating. A new report from the US Department of Agriculture highlights the potential problems and how farmers will have to adapt.

New Planting Map Shows Warmer Winters

Isaac-Davy Aronson — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:05:00 +0000

The US Department of Agriculture says winters aren't as cold as they used to be in North Carolina. It has released its first new map of planting zones in more than 20 years. Tony Avent is the owner of Plant Delights Nursery in Raleigh. He was a technical advisor on the map. He says its detailed, interactive features surpass anything previously available.

President Obama Signs Black Farmer Settlement

Leoneda Inge — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Black farmers in North Carolina and across the country are celebrating the signing of a bill authorizing payments to settle a racial bias lawsuit.

For decades – African American farmers have complained to the government about discrimination from the United States Department of Agriculture – or USDA. With the stroke of a pen – President Barack Obama signed the Claims Resolution Act of 2010 – freeing up 1.15-billion dollars in settlement money.