401 Wetlands and Buffer Permitting Program

The 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch is responsible for implementing the state's waters, wetlands, and riparian buffer regulatory programs and assisting with compliance and enforcement procedures.

Website: https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-quality-permitting/401-buffer-permitting-branch

Agricultural Laws

Laws regarding animal welfare, food and drug protection, meat inspection, pesticides, eggs and the plant industry. 

Website: http://ncagr.gov/htm/lawsandrules.htm

Agricultural Licenses and Permits

Access to licenses and permits that are provided by the NC Department of Agriculture and Customer Services (NCDA&CS). Many agricultural occupations and activities must be licensed or permitted, including those who work with animals, pesticides, or drugs, as well as grain buyers and dealers. NCDA&CS also licenses certain food operations, such as frozen desserts. 

Website: http://ncagr.gov/htm/license.htm

Agricultural Statistics

Data on crops, livestock and weather for North Carolina. Statistics by county, including acreage of crops, number of farms, number of livestock and cash receipts. Access to the Annual Agricultural Statistics Book. 

Website: http://www.ncagr.gov/stats/

Agriculture and Food

When you want the best, it’s Got to Be NC! North Carolina’s agricultural marketing program promotes the best grown, raised, caught and made products in the state. Find local products and more.

Website: http://www.gottobenc.com/

Air Quality Forecast

Ozone and particle pollution levels

Website: https://xapps.ncdenr.org/aq/ForecastCenterEnvista

Air Quality Index

Website: http://airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=airnow.local_state&stateid=34

Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Partnership

 Identifying, protecting, and restoring the significant resources of the Albemarle-Pamlico estuarine system.

Website: https://apnep.nc.gov/