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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

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Critical Conversations with Scott T. Hamilton, featuring Dr. Paul Ulanch, Director of the NC Agtech Council

Recently, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer Scott T. Hamilton sat down with Dr. Paul Ulanch, Director of the NC Agtech Council, via Zoom and filmed an episode of Critical Conversations. In this series, Scott talks with professionals about economic development issues affecting the state.
June 25, 2025
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All In NC: NC Ag Leads is a Roadmap for the Future of North Carolina Agriculture

Agriculture is the backbone of North Carolina’s economy. With over $111 billion in annual economic impact, it’s not just our largest industry, it’s the lifeblood of rural communities across the state. By supporting NC Ag Leads, Golden LEAF is investing in the long-term economic vitality of North Carolina. When agriculture thrives, rural North Carolina thrives.
June 25, 2025
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Town of Mocksville wins nearly 400 agribusiness jobs, more to come

North Carolina’s number one industry is agriculture and agribusiness. Golden LEAF focuses on agriculture as an economic development engine. One of the outcomes Golden LEAF measures in its agriculture priority is value-added agricultural enterprises.
April 23, 2025