Master Blend Farms

It takes all kinds of professions to make the pork industry successful, especially veterinarians. Learn more about one of, if not the best swine vets in the state, Dr. Mary Battrell. youtu.be/il2DrYcU9tQ?si… #swinevet #vet #nc #ncpork

This exclusive, invite-only event offers buyers a front-row seat to North Carolina’s rich food scene — from farm-fresh produce and artisanal cheeses to baked goods, craft beverages, and specialty items you won’t find anywhere else. #GotToBeNC #NCAgriculture

It's Small Farms Week & we are celebrating 40 years of small farm impact in NC! 🎉 N.C. A&T State University is hosting events all week to celebrate, learn and network. See below for more info & follow our social media as we celebrate! #NCAgriculture ➡️ bit.ly/3NFCI3U

Pine Knot Farms NC in Hurdle Mills was one of the first organic tobacco farms! In honor of Small Farms Week, our team visited with them to learn more about their operation, heritage and legacy. #SmallFarmsWeek #NCAgriculture

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@MasterBlendFF @ncatcaes @NCATExtension @greensborocity @kubota_usa @TommyHilfiger @AGreenerWorld 💪💪💪💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥!!! 365!!!

NC A&T University has done it again, with an incredible Small Farms Appreciation week!It was an honor to host a panel discussion with three experts who shared their knowledge for attendees this year. Shout out to the Aggie Nation for continuing to make an impact across the state of NC and beyond! All Gas No Brakes, 365!! #SmallFarmsWeek2026 #NCA&T #AggieNation #NCAgriculture #pitmasterlife

I have recently developed a fascination of getting autographs from author's who write cool book. Upon receiving my copy of Firefly Trail, I couldn't help but notice how eager Tank was to read it. Congratulations to Joy for recommending such a great read. Tank and I look forward to completing this one. All Gas No Brakes, 365! #FireflyTrail #adventuretime #coolkids #storytime #girldad

MJ keeps on winning.

Moving on to Martinsville after a hard-fought day in Darlington.

In a recent issue of @TheRamsClub’s Born & Bred, @CoachBanghart said the following to me. “We’re right there. We’re 80 minutes from a Final Four.” Well, well, well. Here we are again. Let’s crush those next 80 minutes, @uncwbb

Sunday Vibes! This is what a 2 hr ride and arriving 15 minutes before the gate opens looks like! Thank you to our incredible team for showing up and giving a sold-out performance 👏. FYI order of events posted backwards in photos. All Gas, No Brakes! 365!!! #festivald'avion2026 #tarheelfestivals #grillingseason #chasinggreatness

Remember this: Your story isn’t over just because today was difficult.

Labor Day Weekend in Pinehurst, You can experience a concert from @McKenziesMill, Grilling Classes from @PRIMEBBQ's Christopher Prieto & @BackyardChefjoe, THEN sample over 2 lbs. of food from five legendary NC Pitmasters. Sounds pretty good to me, tbh. pinehurstbarbecuefestival.com

Olde Raleigh “toasted” joins the crew, available now! 🥃

Debbie is dedicated to her work, dedicated to her pigs and dedicated to agriculture. She is our 2026 Outstanding Pork Producer of the year. To learn more about her watch the video below: youtu.be/sVw4uZWq_nk?si… #NCPork #OutstandingPorkProducer

We've made it 🌸 📷: Jake R. #KubotaUSA #KubotaCountry #Spring

The NCDA announces the return of the Got to Be NC Golf Classic, supported by Garner Foods! This amateur tournament has run for over 30 years, offering a casual day of golf to network and build business relationships. @TexasPete #NCAgriculture

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People Behind Pork: Michael Smith Between running the finishing houses, serving as a volunteer fireman at New Hope Fire Department, assisting with the security team at church, being the president of the Eastern Wayne FFA Alumni, and spending time with family, Michael stays busy.

For Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we published a Q&A with Terry Wong of @BloodBrosBBQ in Houston, who survived a near-death colon cancer diagnosis in 2022 and faced two recurrences. He's spreading the word to the BBQ community to get checked: bbqnewsletter.substack.com/p/blood-bros-b…