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Author Archives: Jodi Helmer

Jodi Helmer is a Carolina Public Press contributing writer based in Stanly County. Send an email to info@carolinapublicpress.org to contact her or any members of the CPP news team.

Century Farms, Wayne Collier, Indian Ridge, Linden, NC
Posted inCPP East

Department of Agriculture program honors Century Farms with 100 years of history in NC

by Jodi Helmer October 13, 2022October 12, 2022

Fast-growing urban areas, skyrocketing land prices and the shrinking numbers of farmers make it difficult for families to keep farmland. Century Farms, like Indian Ridge Farm, keep the legacy alive by recognizing farms that are 100 years old.

Black Farmer's Market
Posted inEconomy

Black farmers markets grow in North Carolina

by Jodi Helmer July 27, 2022July 25, 2022
Posted inEnvironment

Oyster trail designed to protect threatened industry

by Jodi Helmer July 25, 2022September 13, 2022
Posted inEnvironment

Increase in algae blooms threatens NC waterways

by Jodi Helmer February 4, 2022February 4, 2022
Posted inEconomy

Are rumors of a holiday turkey shortage true?

by Jodi Helmer November 17, 2021November 17, 2021

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