We sit down with Jake Parker of the North Carolina Farm Bureau to trace how a career in politics and appellate law turns into real protection for farmers. Along the way, we break down how ag litigation works, why unified partnerships matter, and what it takes for farmers to keep their freedom to operate.

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We sit down with North Carolina farmer and drone applicator Preston Cave to hear how a $40,000 leap turned into PAC Aerial Applications and a new way to help growers get more done with less time. We also talk through the hard parts of getting legal, working safely, serving western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, and staying grounded in faith and purpose.

• Preston’s background on a tobacco farm and how it builds work ethic
• Transition from cattle and grass-fed beef to custom drone application
• Buying the first ag drone and learning to fly with real stakes
• What these ag drones can carry and why size changes the job
• FAA requirements and North Carolina pesticide licensing for drone spraying
• Handling restricted airspace and setting safe operating limits
• Mapping fields while spraying and planning around obstacles
• Year-round services from cover crop seeding to frost protection
• The moment a mountain sunrise reframes purpose and direction
• Hurricane Helene relief work and delivering supplies with drones

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We talk with Roy Lee Lindsey, CEO of the North Carolina Pork Council, about the winding path from an Oklahoma farm equipment shop to the front lines of pork public policy. We dig into what it takes to defend hog farms, build trust with lawmakers, and keep improving how we produce food.
• growing up in western Oklahoma around farming, equipment, and custom wheat harvest
• learning leadership through 4-H, Extension, and early career pivots
• taking the Oklahoma Pork Council job without a production background, focusing on association management and policy
• navigating environmental regulation fights and building an industry image campaign
• moving to North Carolina during COVID, adjusting to scale and nonstop opposition
• strengthening partnerships across NC agriculture to advocate as one voice
• developing leaders through Pork Leadership Carolina and Emerging Pork Leaders
• explaining National Pork Board checkoff work versus National Pork Producers Council advocacy
• on-farm improvements like digesters, lagoon covers, renewable natural gas, precision nutrient use, and efficiency gains
• farm bill delays, Proposition 12, and why federal policy still affects every barn
• NC swine general permit status, DEQ rulemaking steps, and the road to 2028
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The farm doesn’t clock out, and neither do the moms who keep it moving. We talk with Lorenda and Betsy about life inside a multi generation family farm in eastern North Carolina, where the operation spans row crops, strawberry ventures, and hog farms . What starts as a simple “tell us about your farm” quickly turns into a candid look at what modern agriculture demands from a family and what it gives back in return.

No doubt, farm moms are the backbone of farming operations.

Happy Mother's Day to all!

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We sit down with this year's NC Pork Council's Award winners to hear their stories. This is part 2 of 2 featuring:

W.W. Shay Award--Dr. Mary Battrell

Emerging Leader Award--Blake Floars

We weren't able to sit down with the Hall of Fame recipient, Greg Brown, but you can watch this video to hear his story.

Congratulations to all award winners!

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We sit down with this year's NC Pork Council Award Winners to hear their stories. This is part 1 of 2.

Excellence in Innovation--Dr. Christina Phillips

Outstanding Pork Producer--Debbie Craig

Lois G Britt Service Award--Curtis Barwick nc

Don't forget to mark your calendars for Pork Foward on April 15 in Clinton!

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We talk with Neill Westerbeek about Smithfield’s Pork Forward expo.

We break down what’s happening on April 15, 2026, including OIC credit hours, technology showcases, and the simple details that make the day easy to attend. Here's a few details:

• Held in Clinton
• Free BBQ lunch
• OIC Credit hours
• Over 130 vendor booths
• No registration required

For more: https://smithfieldfoods.com/Pork-Forward

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Meet Summer Lanier, the NC Poultry Federation's new Executive Director. While new to this role, Summer is no stranger to the poultry industry.

“I feel as if I have spent my life, up to this point, training for this position. Since the age of three, poultry has been the center of my home and professional life and coming to NCPF is a very natural progression in my career. I am thrilled for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take my passion for poultry to the next level and serve this great industry,” says Lanier in a NCPF press release.

Raised on a turkey farm, Summer holds bachelor's degrees in both Animal Science and Poultry Science as well as a master's degree in Poultry Science from North Carolina State University (NCSU). She also completed NCSU's Agricultural Leadership Development Program in 2014. Prior to joining NCPF, Summer spent 19 years working for Prestage Farms, Inc. in numerous roles, including Public Relations Director, and most recently, Antibiotic-Free Turkey Production Manager. She lives in Wallace, N.C. with her husband, Matt, and their two children, Cade, 10, and Maesie, 6.

Mark your calendars for Pork Forward,the state’s premier swine and agronomy event, happening April 15th at the Sampson County Exposition Center in Clinton. Join more than a thousand producers, industry partners and experts for a full day of learning, innovation, and handson demonstrations. Explore the latest in animal health, equipment and production technology — all in one place.

Visit SmithfieldFoods.com/Pork-Forward for more details.

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