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Aggies Dazzle at N.C. State Fair

For only the second year since the 1970s, the N.C. A&T Dairy Cattle Team represented the university and the college at the N.C. State Fair and earned high marks for dedication, professionalism and a commitment to excellence! They also gained valuable experience in dairy cattle evaluation, showmanship and herd management.

Landscape Architecture Program Bringing Collective Energy to Courtyard Re-design

The Landscape Architecture and Design (LDAR) program at N.C. A&T State University is inviting the community to help redesign a campus courtyard.

NC AgrAbility Gets Boost from $720,000 Grant

A new award from USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) means the NC AgrAbility Partnership, led by Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T, will be able to move forward and expand its work with farmers dealing with physical or mental disabilities. The award is expected to increase to $720,000 over four years.

Leadership Program Focuses on the Business of Small-Scale Farming

Participants in this year’s Small Farms Leadership 360 Initiative, designed to help small-scale farmers develop their businesses and become community leaders, have a bit extra on their plate — thanks to the previous cohort.

Aggies Honor 9/11 in Campus-Wide Day of Service

To honor the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, the college joined Aggie Source and other entities from across the university to host community service events on and around campus.

“Leadership, Partnership and Friendship:” Thompson Honored for Years of Service

When friends, family and colleagues gathered recently at N.C. A&T State University to honor Alton Thompson, Ph.D., the occasion was ostensibly to mark his 10 years as executive director of the Association of 1890 Research Directors (ARD).

Third Ginger Production Field Day Shares More of Crop’s Secrets

Farmers and enthusiasts from across North Carolina gathered at the University Farm on Sept. 3 to pick up tips and tricks for growing ginger, the tropical crop that is taking root in local soil.

Trio Recognized For 4-H Collaboration and STEM Programming

Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T’s efforts to collaborate and encourage STEM in its programming was recognized during the annual conference of the 2026 North Carolina Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals.

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Small Farms Week

Small Farms Week (SFW) is an annual, statewide celebration presented by the Cooperative Extension at North Carolina A&T State University, dedicated to recognizing and empowering limited-resource, part-time, and small-scale farmers. This week-long initiative brings together growers, industry leaders, and agricultural advocates for a dynamic lineup of expert-led workshops, panel discussions, and community events designed to foster education, connection, and growth. Beyond exploring innovative farming techniques for more profitable and sustainable operations, the week serves to honor the resilience of local growers through statewide activities, culminating in the highly anticipated naming of the Small Farmer of the Year. Whether you are a seasoned farmer or a community supporter, Small Farms Week offers a welcoming opportunity to learn, network, and celebrate the vital impact of small-scale agriculture.