North Carolina Herpetological Society

The NC Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, administered by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, provides annual grant funding from the USDA to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in the marketplace. This initiative supports projects related to fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, culinary herbs and spices, medicinal plants, nursery and floriculture, and horticulture crops through competitive grant requests from eligible nonprofit organizations, commodity associations, and government agencies. Individuals and businesses, including farms, are not eligible for application under this program, ensuring that funding is directed towards larger projects that can impact the specialty crop sector as a whole. The program plays a vital role in promoting sustainable agricultural practices and advancing the specialty crop industry in North Carolina. Generated from the website

Capital Area Visitor Services offers guided tours for groups of ten or more at several prominent venues in downtown Raleigh, including the NC Executive Mansion, NC Legislative Building, and NC Museum of Natural Sciences. They provide educational field trip opportunities, ensuring a structured experience with a focus on learning and engagement for students and adults alike. Reservations for tours must be made at least two weeks in advance, and the organization emphasizes the importance of security and group management during visits. With a commitment to enhancing the visitor experience, Capital Area Visitor Services also provides detailed guidelines and resources to prepare groups for their excursions. Generated from the website