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Press Release Archive

Browse this press release archive for the news we shared with the media in 2015.

Statesville High School FFA Receives Grant

12/29/2016

STATESVILLE, NC –   The Statesville High School FFA was recently awarded a grant through Carolina Farm Credit’s Corporate Mission Fund.  The funds will be used to help start an FFA chapter at the school.  Money will be used to buy jackets and other items for students who cannot afford to purchase them.  This funding will help the new program gain membership and provide new learning opportunities to students.

Bethel Middle School Agriculture Department Receives Grant

12/21/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Agriculture Department at Bethel Middle School (Haywood County) was recently awarded a grant as part of Carolina Farm Credit’s Corporate Mission Fund.  The department will use the grant funds to purchase new machinery and tools for the schools workshop.  The new tools will allow for a hands-on classroom experience where students will be able to apply and develop their skills.

Blawesome Receives Grant

12/21/2016

STATESVILLE, NC –Blawesome (Orange County) was recently awarded a grant as part of Carolina Farm Credit’s Corporate Mission Fund.  Grant funds will be used to cover labor costs associated with building a new barn and greenhouse at the farm.  The barn will feature a cooling unit and work area, and the 10’x20’ greenhouse will increase the opportunities available to participants and employees.

Carolina Antique Power Association Receives Grant

12/20/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Carolina Antique Power Association (Rowan County) was recently awarded a grant as part of Carolina Farm Credit’s Corporate Mission Fund.  Grant funds are being used to complete construction on a 60’x80’ metal-sided building that will house the Country Life Museum at Sloan Park.  When completed the museum will be open to school groups and the general public.

The Hunger and Health Coalition Awarded Grant

12/20/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Hunger and Health Coalition (Watauga County) recently received a grant as part of Carolina Farm Credit’s Corporate Mission Fund.  The grant funds will be used to purchase locally grown vegetables, eggs, and other foods.  The hope of the project is to provide lower income families in Watauga County with healthier food options.

FARM CREDIT ANNOUNCES NORTH CAROLINA FLOOD RELIEF DONATION

12/15/2016

Statesville, NC- The Farm Credit Associations of North Carolina announce a donation of $110,000 for flood relief in North Carolina.

Statesville Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers with Shepherds Watch

12/8/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Statesville Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered with Shepherd’s Watch.  Employees purchased and constructed a swing set to be used by youth attending camp.

Ellerbe Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers at the Smith Family Home.

12/8/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Ellerbe Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at The Smith Family Home.  Employees donated their time to create a picnic area for residents.  The staff purchased and constructed picnic tables and a swing set to be used.

Lincolnton Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers at Local Elementary School

12/8/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Lincolnton Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at Love Memorial Elementary School.  The staff purchased backpacks and food to donate to the school’s Backpack Program that fills and sends home approximately 30 backpacks of food each week for students in need.  The staff spent a day shopping, packing backpacks, and delivering the backpacks to the school.

Graham Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers at Kopper Top

12/6/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Graham Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered with Kopper Top Life Learning Center, a therapeutic riding center in Liberty, NC.  Employees were able to help replace fencing, put up a new gate, and trim weeds around the property.

Conover Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers at Soup Kitchen

12/6/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Conover Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at The Corner Table Soup Kitchen.  Employees donated a new freezer, and spent time volunteering at the soup kitchen.

Waynesville Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity

12/6/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Waynesville Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered with Haywood County Habitat for Humanity.  Employees purchased building materials and assisted building two storage buildings for two future homeowners in the Walton Woods community.

Spindale Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers at Habitat Restore

12/6/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Spindale Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at The Spindale Habitat Restore.  Employees donated purchased supplies and help to renovate spaces used by store volunteers.  The group was able to paint, install bead board, and purchase a vanity for the volunteer bathroom.  The group also purchased new light fixtures for the donation area.

Isothermal Community College Awarded Grant

12/1/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Isothermal Community College was recently awarded a grant as part of Carolina Farm Credit’s Corporate Mission Fund.  Grant funds will be used to help finish construction of a barn and greenhouse to enhance the schools Agribusiness Technology degree program by providing a space where students receive hands-on training.

Rural Hall Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Builds Raised Bed Garden at Rural Hal Elementary School

11/29/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Rural Hall Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered with Rural Hall Elementary School.  Employees purchased building materials, potting soil, and plants were donated by Mitchell’s Nursery and Greenhouse.

Carolina Farm Credit Chairman and Vice-Chairman Nominated

11/22/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – In an organizational meeting on October 26, 2016, the Carolina Farm Credit Board of Directors re-elected L. Kim Starnes as Chairman.  W. Rex Bell was re-elected to serve as Vice-Chairman.

Ag Biz Planner Program Participants Announced

11/17/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is excited to announce that participants for the 8th annual Ag Biz Planner course have been chosen.  The Ag Biz Planner program is an e-learning financial and business planning course whose curriculum includes financial and business planning, budgeting and other money matters essential to a farm’s success.  Each couple is paired with an experienced Carolina Farm Credit Loan Officer to mentor them throughout the program.

Asheboro Branch of Carolina Farm Credit helps Hurricane Victims

11/15/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Asheboro Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently Purchased and delivered food and supplies to victims of hurricane Matthew.

Asheville Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers with the Multiple Sclerosis Society

11/10/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Asheville Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at the home of Royce Canty and family.  The staff, in coordination with the Multiple Sclerosis Society helped make improvements to the family’s home.

Award Winners Honored at Luncheon

11/10/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit recently hosted winners of the Farm Credit Fresh Perspectives competition.  100 finalists were selected from across the country based on their efforts and leadership in shaping the future of agriculture. 

Lenoir Branch of Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers at Soup Kitchen

11/3/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Lenoir Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at the Lenoir Soup Kitchen.  In addition to serving lunch, they presented a check for $500 to Executive Director Angel Moretz. 

Carolina Farm Credit Honors Employees with Service Awards

11/1/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton Jr., Carolina Farm Credit CEO, recently recognized employees for their years of service. Employees who reached five-year incremental service anniversaries in 2015-2016 were recognized at a ceremony during the annual employee appreciation day held at The Farm at Brusharbor in Concord, NC.

Farm Credit Associations of NC make Purchase at State Fair Sale of Champions

10/27/2016

STATESVILLE, NC –The Farm Credit Associations of North Carolina purchased the Reserve Champion lamb with a winning bid of $10,500.  Carolina Farm Credit partnered with AgCarolina Farm Credit and Cape Fear Farm Credit to support the NC State Fair Jr. Livestock Sale of Champions. The winning goat was exhibited by Cynthia Connolly, 14, of Mount Ulla, NC. Connolly will receive 60% of the purchase amount, while the remaining 40% will go to support youth scholarships and livestock programs in North Carolina. 

Applications Being Accepted for Innovative Young Farmer Award

10/25/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2017 Innovative, Young Farmer of the Year Award given by the Tobacco Farm Life Museum and sponsored by the Farm Credit Associations of North Carolina.

Carolina Farm Credit Announces Results of Director Elections

10/20/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit completed the 2016 director election by mail on October 1.    The members elected to serve a five year term are Tommy E. Porter, Jr. and Clark M. Newlin.

Gross Farms Wins Statewide Award

10/18/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is proud to announce that Gross Farms was recently honored as the 2016 North Carolina Outstanding Conservation Farm Family.  The award, given by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Division recognizes farmers and farm families who are actively taking the initiative to implement sound, innovative and cost-effective conservation techniques, and are actively involved in conservation education.

$144,000 Donated to Local Organizations and College Students

10/13/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – For the second year, Carolina Farm Credit distributed grants from its Corporate Mission Fund.  $144,000 was donated to 27 local organizations and 8 college students in 2016, an increase from last year’s $100,000.  

Carolina Farm Credit Announces New Logo

10/12/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Since 1916, Farm Credit has been a source of reliable, consistent credit and financial services for agriculture and rural communities.  This new logo will help to identify Carolina Farm Credit as a part of the national Farm Credit network. The logo conforms to all Farm Credit national brand standards and will help to emphasize the strength and unity of the Farm Credit System.

Carolina Farm Credit Employees Donate to USO

10/5/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit’s employees recently donated items to the USO of North Carolina.  At their recent employee appreciation day, employees were encouraged to bring items that will be distributed to military personnel passing through the Charlotte area.  In conjunction with the 100th anniversary of Farm Credit, a goal of 100 items was set.  This goal was exceeded in stunning fashion.  A $1,000 check was also presented to the USO on behalf of Carolina Farm Credit and its employees.

Carolina Farm Credit Launches Program for Veterans

9/27/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is looking for Farmer Veterans to enroll in its new Ag Biz Basics course.  The new 4 module course is first being offered to military veterans and can assist them in bringing their agribusiness vision to life.  Whether they’re an aspiring agricultural entrepreneur, returning to a family business, or a veteran interested in being involved in agriculture, the online course can help bring those dreams to life

Carolina Farm Credit Puts Its Profits In Customers' Pockets

9/26/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is retiring $10.8 million in cash, representing 100% of the 2009 series of qualified allocated surplus and 100% of the 2009 series of non-qualified allocated surplus.  The Association had already declared a patronage of $12.4 million in April of this year.  With cash patronage in the spring, and the retirement of this surplus, the total cash returned to stockholders in 2016 is $23.2 million.

Carolina Farm Credit’s Wilkesboro Branch Volunteers at Children’s Home

9/20/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Wilkesboro Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently helped to build a sandbox at the Ebenezer Christian Children’s Home.  The sandbox was built outside of the Faith House, which houses up to eight young boys at any one time.

Carolina Farm Credit’s Boone Branch Partners with Hospitality House

9/13/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Boone Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently helped to winterize a chicken coop and create a water catchment system for the community garden at Hospitality House.  The non-profit works to feed and house local lower-income residents of the High Country.  Hospitality House provides as much food as possible from their local garden and chicken coop to feed the residents at the house.

Carolina Farm Credit’s Concord Branch Volunteers at local High School

9/6/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Concord Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently purchased materials and helped the Central Cabarrus High School FFA improve the school’s landscaping and greenhouses.  Along with landscaping, the staff also purchased and delivered school supplies to be used in the classroom.  

Carolina Farm Credit 2016 Photo Contest Winners Announced

8/23/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Jonathan Young of Danbury, N.C. won first place in the Carolina Farm Credit 2016 photo contest. His winning photo was titled “Turkey Strut.” 

Carolina Farm Credit’s Sparta Branch installs playground equipment at local daycare.

8/18/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Sparta Branch staff of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at Free Worship Christian Daycare, a non-profit daycare located in Sparta.  The group of employees purchased and constructed playground equipment to be used at the daycare.

Carolina Farm Credit Awards $16,000 in Scholarships

8/16/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, announces that Carolina Farm Credit awarded scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each to four students at North Carolina State University and four students at North Carolina A&T University for the 2016-2017 academic school year.  “We recognize the importance of further education and hope that these scholarships will help to enable these young adults to become the leaders of tomorrow,” said Dalton.

Carolina Farm Credit’s Brown Summit Branch Helps Out at Habitat for Humanity ReStore

8/11/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Brown Summit Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently constructed 18 book shelves and 16 benches at the local Habitat for Humanity ReStore.

Carolina Farm Credit’s Yanceyville Branch Volunteers at Special Olympics

8/9/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Yanceyville Branch staff of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered at the Caswell County Special Olympics.  Along with helping participants compete in events, the staff also donated $500 for the purchase of t-shirts for participants and volunteers.

Carolina Farm Credit’s Murphy Branch Helps Out at Nursing Home

8/4/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The staff of the Murphy Branch of Carolina Farm Credit recently purchased and installed a swing, bird bath, and plants at the Murphy Medical Center Nursing Home.  This project was chosen in hopes that the improved landscaping will provide the residents with a place to host outdoor activities and events.  

Carolina Farm Credit Volunteers at Rising Hope Farms

8/2/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Statesville Administrative Office staff of Carolina Farm Credit recently volunteered their time at Rising Hope Farms in Claremont, NC.  15 Carolina Farm Credit employees spent the morning painting fences at the farm.

FARM CREDIT ANNOUNCES 100 YEARS OF SERVICE TO NORTH CAROLINA

7/14/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – On Sunday, July 17th, The Farm Credit Associations of North Carolina will celebrate 100 years of service to the rural and agricultural population of North Carolina, Vance Dalton, Carolina Farm Credit President and CEO, announced today.  

Carolina Farm Credit Photo Contest Voting Now Open

7/7/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Voting to select the top three photos for the 2017 Carolina Farm Credit Calendar will be open to the public at carolinafarmcredit.com until July 31, 2016.

Carolina Farm Credit Accepting Ag Biz Planner Applications

7/5/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is now accepting applications for the 8th class to participate in an e-learning financial and business planning course.  The Ag Biz Planner curriculum includes financial and business planning, budgeting and other money matters essential to a farm’s success.

Carolina Farm Credit Introduces Summer Interns

6/14/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is excited to announce that four interns have started working at various branches.

Carolina Farm Credit Kubota Winner

6/6/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit customer Bill Anderson and his wife Karen Sennewald, members from the Shelby Branch recently took delivery of their new Kubota RTV!  The RTV was given away as a part of Carolina Farm Credit’s annual Customer Appreciation Events.  

Carolina Farm Credit Holds Luncheon to Recognize Grant Recipients

5/19/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – A luncheon was held in Statesville, N.C., to honor and bring awareness to the efforts made by the recipients of Carolina Farm Credit’s Corporate Mission Fund Grants to stimulate the local agricultural economy. Local officials and members from the communities of the recipients, as well as members from the board of directors of Carolina Farm Credit attended the luncheon

Carolina Farm Credit Releases Annual Report

4/7/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit announces that the association recently published its 2015 annual report. The report’s theme celebrates being Farmer Strong.  The report highlights the AG Biz Planner and Corporate Mission Fund programs.

Carolina Farm Credit to Issue Cash Dividend Checks

3/29/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit CEO Vance C. Dalton, Jr. is proud to announce that this year, patronage will be returned in the form of an all cash dividend for the first time.  This April, $12 million will be distributed to members.

Carolina Farm Credit Introduces New Loan Officer in Monroe

3/24/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, is pleased to announce that Josh Alost recently joined the Carolina Farm Credit team as a Loan Officer at the Monroe Branch Office.

2016 Ag Biz Planner Participants Graduate

3/22/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit announces that the participants of the 7th Annual Ag Biz Planner recently graduated from the program.

Carolina Farm Credit Holds 16th Annual Ag Leadership Institute

3/17/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit recently hosted its 16h annual Agricultural Leadership Institute in Asheville, N.C. The institute, held at Omni Grove Park Inn, brought together and celebrated young, beginning, and small farmers. It was created to equip these farmers to meet the challenges of modern agriculture and encourages the sharing of ideas and networking within the industry.  This year, 18 couples participated from farms across Carolina Farm Credit’s territory and were selected for their leadership and achievements.

Local Agriculture Leaders Honored

3/16/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is proud to announce that five local leaders are being recognized nationally through Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives, a search to identify and honor 100 leaders who are changing rural communities and agriculture for the better.  The honorees were announced at a National Ag Day event at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

Carolina Farm Credit Introduces New Loan Officer in Burnsville

3/10/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, is pleased to announce that Spencer Blevins recently joined the Carolina Farm Credit team as a Loan Officer in the Burnsville Branch Office.

Carolina Farm Credit Introduces New Marketing Intern in Statesville

3/8/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, is pleased to announce that Patrick Blake Jr. recently joined the Carolina Farm Credit team as a Marketing Intern at the Statesville Administrative Office.

INNOVATIVE YOUNG FARMER AWARD PRESENTED BY FARM CREDIT ASSOCIATIONS OF NC

2/16/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Farm Credit Associations of NC announce the recipient of the 2016 Innovative Farmer of the Year Award given by The Tobacco Farm Life Museum.

Carolina Farm Credit Taking Applications for Corporate Mission Fund

2/10/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit is excited to announce that it is now accepting grant applications for its Corporate Mission Fund.  The Carolina Farm Credit Board of Directors recently approved adding an additional $2 million dollars to this fund.  2016 is the second year that grants will be distributed from the earnings of the fund.

Carolina Farm Credit Employees and Board Donate over $5,600 to Local Charities

1/26/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Carolina Farm Credit, its employees, and board members donated over $5,600 to local charities in 2015. Over $2,800 was collected by employees and board members who participated in a charity contribution throughout 2015 and Carolina Farm Credit matched the employee and director donations.  Each of the Carolina Farm Credit 35 branch offices submitted a local charity choice and six charities were selected through a random drawing to divide the donations.  

Carolina Farm Credit Employee Earns Designation

1/21/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, is pleased to announce that Carolina Farm Credit Money Concepts representative Thomas Harman was recently awarded the Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) Certified Estate and Trust Specialist™ (CES™) designation.

Carolina Farm Credit Introduces New Loan Officer in Asheboro

1/14/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, is pleased to announce that Scott Smith recently joined the Carolina Farm Credit team as a Loan Officer at the Asheboro Branch Office.

Carolina Farm Credit Introduces New Loan Officer in Rural Hall

1/12/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, is pleased to announce that Hope Strickland recently joined the Carolina Farm Credit team as a Loan Officer at the Rural Hall Branch Office.

Carolina Farm Credit Photo Contest Underway

1/7/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – The Carolina Farm Credit Calendar Photo Contest is underway at www.carolinafarmcredit.com. Members, employees, and friends of Carolina Farm Credit can submit photos via the website until May 31, 2016.

Carolina Farm Credit Introduces New Loan Assistant in Wilkesboro

1/5/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Vance C. Dalton, Jr., CEO of Carolina Farm Credit, is pleased to announce that Anita Evans recently joined the Carolina Farm Credit team as a Loan Assistant at the Wilkesboro Branch Office.

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