Farmkeepers Blog
The Farmkeepers is the official blog of NC Farm Families. It is here that words will flow, our voice will be heard, a stand will be made, and the farm families of North Carolina will be protected. In these posts, we'll set the record straight. You'll see the faces of the families who feed us. Here, you'll receive all the updates and news. It is here that we will fight for farmers and be the keepers of the farm in NC. We hope you'll join us. Follow along on social media and by joining our email list.
Jobs & Wages: How do Farm Families of NC Impact Your Community?
22.8 million jobs. $763 billion in wages. $146 billion in exports.That’s what the food and agriculture sectors mean to our economy, according to the latest study.And what about North Carolina? 677,000 jobs. $20.4 billion in wages. $2.69 billion in exports.N.C. Farm Families: Feeding America. Providing jobs.