Haywood County NC Soil & Water

06/14/2026

New episode has launched! We sat down with Preston Cave to talk about his journey from farm kid to agriculture drone applicator.

Drones have led Preston to start his own business, speak at a national level, help with Hurricane Helene relief efforts, and aid farmers with their crops.He's also a proud girl dad who loves to laugh and is guided by his faith and a strong work ethic.

In this episode, Preston shares how drones are transforming agriculture, the opportunities they create for farmers, and what it takes to become a drone pilot in this growing industry.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation and a firsthand look at the future of farming. 🚁🌱

🎧 Listen now: https://tinyurl.com/2twk6euv

06/08/2026

05/21/2026

Mark your calendars for the 2026 NC Beef System Field Day taking place on June 6th at the Mountain Research Station in Waynesville! 📆

Learn all about the latest info, technology and more in our state's beef industry at this packed full day at the station. Lunch will be provided. Register for your spot at the link below and get ready to network and learn with other beef producers!

Secure your spot here: go.ncsu.edu/beeffieldday2026

05/14/2026

05/14/2026

05/02/2026

Haywood County Soil and Water was proud to support the Haywood County Special Olympics and all the amazing athletes and volunteers today!

“Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me brave in the attempt.”

04/29/2026

📍UPDATE: The meet-up location for this event has changed to the Agricultural Sciences Center at 4400 Reedy Creek Road in Raleigh!

Earlier: Mark your calendars for Farmland Preservation Advocacy Day, taking place on Wednesday, May 13th, in Raleigh! 🎉

Come learn about the importance of farmland preservation, current projects underway to protect farmland, meet with your legislators and more. Register for your spot by this Friday, May 1st, and schedule a 15-minute meeting with the legislator representing your county!

03/26/2026

FOR HURRICANE HELENE LOSSES ONLY in 39 DECLARED COUNTIES: N.C. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler announced today that the application period will open Monday, March 30, for three of the four categories that producers can apply for $221 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture Block Grant Disaster Relief! 🎉

The block grant has four program categories, with an application required for each category that a farmer and/or landowner qualifies for. Learn more below and keep an eye on our website and social media channels for the application release on Monday!

More info: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/03/26/221-million-federal-disaster-block-grant-application-period-opens-march-30-assist-agriculture-and