Derek is a soybean and corn farmer in Pamlico County. He works on his farm cultivating and harvesting soybeans and corn.

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Derek is a soybean and corn farmer in Pamlico County.

Derek Potter's campaign for Pamlico County Board of Commissioners District 3 is his first entry into politics.

2026 North Carolina General Election

As of April 6, 2026, Derek Potter did not have a website or any information online.

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