From cattle showing to pet treats, Windmill Acres Farm-East keeps agriculture as a family priority

The Farm Family of the Day is sponsored by Tractor Supply Company and seeks to recognize and celebrate the state’s rich agricultural heritage and many farm families that are behind the state’s agriculture and agribusiness industry. One family is recognized each day of the Fair, either nominated themselves or by members of their community. Congratulations to the 2023 Farm Families! Introducing the Farm Family of the Day for Wednesday, Oct. 18! Windmill Acres Farm-East is a fourth-generation cattle farm raising registered and purebred Hereford beef cattle in Forsyth County. Neil and Karen Fishel also produce show cattle for their three children and…

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L&S Family Farms grows quality beef right here in North Carolina

The Farm Family of the Day is sponsored by Tractor Supply Company and seeks to recognize and celebrate the state’s rich agricultural heritage and many farm families that are behind the state’s agriculture and agribusiness industry. One family is recognized each day of the Fair, either nominated themselves or by members of their community. Congratulations to the 2023 Farm Families! Introducing our Farm Family of the Day for Oct. 16, L&S Family Farms! Owners Lee Sweem and Tammy Lambert are dedicated to creating quality beef right here in North Carolina. This farm family has pasture-raised, grain-finished, no antibiotics, no growth hormones and…

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