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Golden LEAF supports agriculture projects as an economic development engine. Our grants for agriculture projects have supported the development of new crops, expanded markets for agriculture products, scientific research, training for farmers, cost-effective techniques and value-added agricultural enterprises.

Projects awarded in this priority area will gather data to support outcomes including:

  • Number of participants at agricultural trainings
  • New publications directed towards farmers
  • Monthly use of agricultural facilities that benefit farmers
  • As well as narrative outcomes including: jobs, revenue growth, new agricultural business formations, economic output, changes in agricultural practices; acres in production; new crops/products grown or produced; and other measures of agriculture projects.
Funding Opportunities for Agriculture Projects

Agriculture News

Critical Conversations (51)

Critical Conversations with Scott T. Hamilton featuring North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler

Recently, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer Scott T. Hamilton sat down with the North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler via Zoom and filmed an episode of Critical Conversations. In this series, Scott talks with professionals about economic development issues affecting the state.
March 12, 2025
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University of Mount Olive livestock training facility to provide hands-on learning for students, farmers

The University of Mount Olive is building a new livestock/forage training facility that will provide research and educational opportunities for college students and the greater agricultural community.
March 12, 2025
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Blue Ridge Community College breaks ground on automated greenhouse

On March 4, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer Scott T. Hamilton spoke at the groundbreaking of Blue Ridge Community College’s new automated greenhouse. In
March 27, 2024