From livestock shows and farm animals to giant pumpkins and other commodities, the N.C. State Fair showcases our state’s number one industry in many ways each year, including the produce displayed inside the Agri Supply Expo Center. Did you know that sweet potatoes are entered by farmers across the state each year to be judged … Read more
Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler inducted four new members into the N.C. State Fair Livestock Hall of Fame Sunday, Oct. 26, at the State Fairgrounds in Raleigh. “Our livestock shows are some of the best in the nation, and the N.C. State Fair Livestock Hall of Fame serves to recognize individuals who work behind the scenes … Read more
It’s me again, Fried Pecan Pie (aka Sydney Phillips)! With the end of the 2025 State Fair so ends my time as the State Fair’s Public Relations Intern. Although it’s bittersweet to have to say goodbye I can’t help but look back on my time with the agriculture department and the experiences I’ve had fondly. … Read more
Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry. … Read more
Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry. … Read more
Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry. … Read more
Since 1993, the N.C. State Fair has hosted Hunger Relief Day, and over the years, fairgoers have donated more than six million pounds of food to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina and its partners. It has become the largest one-day food drive in the state. It’s also become a tradition for North Carolinians … Read more
Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry. … Read more
We’re celebrating 20 years of Military Appreciation Day at the N.C. State Fair! Since 2006, the N.C. State Fair has held Military Appreciation Day to honor and celebrate the brave men and women who serve our country. To celebrate the special 20th anniversary of this day, Duke Energy partnered with the N.C. State Fair to … Read more
Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry. … Read more