What is driving NC’s “economic miracle”?

N.C. State economist Mike Walden recently wrote about the “Big Five,” distinct and transformative industry sectors that are the drivers of our state’s economy. The five sectors are: Technology Pharmaceuticals Finance Vehicle parts Food processing These industries make...

Be counted in the Census of Agriculture

The Census of Agriculture will be mailed out this month and while some may look at the every-five-year survey as a hassle, it’s important that you take the time to be counted accurately. The resulting data are used by farmers, ranchers, trade associations,...