Frequently
Asked Questions
What
are the requirements for Century Farms?
To be
eligible for Century Farms, a farm must have had continuous ownership
by a family for 100 years or more. This ownership can be determined from
an abstract from a title or original records such as the original deed
or land patents. In some cases, other authentic land records are acceptable.
Contact the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Public Affairs office at (919)-733-4216 if you have further questions.
How
do I apply for Century Farms?
Contact
the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Public
Affairs office at (919)-733-4216 to have an application sent to you. Applications
can be printed off the Internet and submitted by mail. Proof of land ownership
must be submitted with the application.
When
can I become a member of Century Farms?
Applications
are always being accepted for admittance into Century Farms.
My
relative was a member of Century Farms but now I own the farm, how do
I become a member?
The farm,
not the owner, is considered part of the Century Farm program. To have
your name listed as the owner of the farm and to be included in Century
Farm activities, contact the North Carolina Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services Public Affairs office at: (919)-733-4216 or mail
to Century Farm Family Coordinator, Public Affairs Division, N.C. Department
of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 1001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
NC 27699-1001. To change your contact information online, send your email
to the Century Farm Family Coordinator.
How
often are the reunions held for Century Farm Families?
A Century
Farm Family reunion is held every five years at the North Carolina State
Fairgrounds. The reunion takes place during the State Fair. A reunion
is slated for the 2005 N.C. State Fair. Check out the News page for more information.
Where
can I get another Century Farm sign?
Only
one Century Farm sign is given out per farm. If your sign is damaged,
contact the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Public Affairs Division at (919)-733-4216.
Where
can I get a copy of the 2005 Century Farm program and directory?
If
you would like a copy of the 2005 program and directory then email or
mail your request to the Century
Farm Coordinator, NCDA&CS Public Affairs Division, 1001 Mail Service
Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1001.
NCDA&CS Public Affairs Division, Brian Long, Director
Mailing Address:1001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1001
Physical Address: 2 West Edenton Street, Raleigh NC 27601
Phone: (919) 733-4216; FAX: (919) 733-5047