Paul Jones
Paul covers the Got to Be NC, Goodness Grows in North Carolina and other marketing programs of the department. He has been with the department since 2010. He graduated from N.C. State University with a degree in communication and minor in nonprofit studies. In 2009, he interned with the Public Affairs Division as part of the North Carolina Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office's State Government Internship Program.
International Sweet Potato Week kicks off April 1
In North Carolina, we often take for granted the humble sweet potato. It’s a Southern staple and a part of many family dinners here. In other parts of the world, however, the sweet potato is a relatively new product. That’s why
Registration deadline approaching for N.C. Aquaculture Development Conference
If you’ve ever been curious about starting your own fish or shellfish farm, you won’t want to miss the annual N.C. Aquaculture Development Conference. The event is a great introduction to North Carolina’s growing aquaculture and mariculture industries. Activities include
North Carolina’s Appalachian High Country AVA becomes fifth in the state
North Carolina is home to 525 vineyards, more than 180 wineries and five designated American Viticultural Areas. What better way to celebrate Small Business Saturday than to take a trip to a local winery and support an industry that consists
Got to Be NC makes it easy to find local at NC Seafood Festival
This weekend, seafood lovers will flock to Morehead City for the annual N.C. Seafood Festival. The three-day event features live music, cooking demonstrations, and of course, a lot of seafood. One of the goals of the Seafood Festival is to
N.C. chef creates Got to Be NC Burger
What is your idea of a perfect burger? For Jenni Field, it’s a mouth-watering combination of ground beef and pulled pork, featuring more than 10 ingredients from North Carolina. Field, the creator of Pastry Chef Online, made the Got to
N.C. sweet potatoes hit the road in Germany
The department’s International Marketing section partnered with the N.C. SweetPotato Commission in July to sponsor a food truck introducing N.C. sweet potatoes and sweet potato recipes in Germany. The food truck traveled across Germany, stopping at festivals in Augsburg, Stuttgart,
New changes coming to N.C. State Fair livestock program
Winning the N.C. Born and Bred category has long been a source of pride for exhibitors at the N.C. State Fair and N.C. Mountain State Fair. The category is a testament to the quality of cattle, goats, sheep and swine
Love is in the air at your local farmers market
Looking for something sweet for your special someone this Valentine’s Day? Look no further than your regional farmers market. The markets in Asheville, Colfax, Charlotte and Raleigh are open year-round, and have a great selection of special treats for your
Fish farming is catching on in North Carolina
Aquaculture, or commercial fish production, is one of several aspects of the state’s diverse $76-billion agriculture industry. From trout and tilapia to catfish and clams, aquaculture has been growing steadily in recent years and now contributes more than $58 million
Market Report: Deck the halls with products from your local farmers market
Whether you’re hosting your entire family for a full-fledged holiday meal, bringing a dessert to the office party, or making appetizers for New Year’s Eve festivities, remember to check out the great selection of farm-fresh ingredients available at your regional