Hemp Meeting and Research Updates - January 21, 2021
Date: January 21, 2021 Time: 8 a.m.–noon Agents in Wilkes, Yadkin, Stokes, Surry, Forsyth, Davie, Craven, and Carteret Counties are partnering to host …
Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
Backyard Flock Series
NC State Extension area specialized Poultry agents are hosting the “Backyard Flock Series.” Topic: Backyard Flock Management Date/Time: Wednesday, January 27, 2021, from …
Eat Well in 2021 with Med Instead of Meds
Mondays, February 1 – March 8, 2021 Each class starts at noon (EST) FREE 6-week Virtual Workshop Series Extension professionals from across …
Anaerobic Digester Systems for NC Farms
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Dairy ASA – Ashley Robbins will be hosting a webinar on February 4, 2021, from noon–1:30 …
Enhancing Your Growing Practices - 3 Part Series for Small Farm
This series is designed for small farmers interested in learning about food safety and obtaining their Good Agriculture Practices …
Notice to Pesticide Applicators
Notice to pesticide applicators: The EPA has given temporary exemption to its annual fit testing requirements due to the current …
2021 Winter Vegetable Conference & 53rd Annual Tomato Growers Meeting
“Annual Conference Goes Virtual” Includes: First Time Virtual Trade Show, Virtual Seed Variety Show Case, Virtual Fumigation “Z” Training, Virtual …
Farm-City Week
This year has held many disappointments for everyone in numerous shapes and sizes. One of the biggest disappointments for …
Grant Opportunity Offered
NC AgVentures is a NC State Extension program that provides grants to NC farmers and community groups for new …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
Apple Scab on Apple and Crabapple Trees
Apple scab is caused by the fungus Venturia inaequalis. It infects crabapples and apple (Malus spp.), as well as, mountain …
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
Pesticide Recertification Training Opportunities (V & X Credits)
All private pesticide license applicators are required to obtain two hours of “V” training and two hours of “X” …
Asian Long-Horned Beetle Alert
The Asian long-horned beetle (ALB) was discovered first in New York in 1996. Since this time, this destructive wood-boring …
Treat Pinkeye Early for Best Results
With the arrival of summer, pinkeye treatment is an issue that many producers must face. Appropriate, timely treatment will …
Financial Resources for COVID-19 Relief for NC Agribusinesses
The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and NC State Extension compiled a list of all financial resources for North Carolina Agribusiness COVID-19 …
Don't Forget Breakfast
Have you ever been riding down the road and your car ran out of gas? How far can a …
Commercial Pesticide Recertification Deadline Extended
Attention Certified Pesticide Applicators: Due to COVID-19, the North Carolina Pesticide Board has approved a 90 day extension for Commercial Pesticide Applicators. The recertification …
Fiber Facts
What is fiber and how does it work in our body? Fiber is a carbohydrate in food that is …
Fire Blight on Apples
Fire blight is a devastating bacterial disease that can infect flowers, current year shoots, and the rootstock of apple …
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Extension Programs at NC State University
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Information Portals
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- Executive Farm Management Program
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- Extension Plant Pathology
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- NC Pesticide Safety Education
- NC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program
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- NC Agricultural Chemicals Manual
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