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Recent Publications related to Field Crops
Swine Manure as a Fertilizer Source
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Average First Fall Frost Dates for Selected North Carolina Locations
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Average Growing Season for Selected North Carolina Locations
Growing season is defined as the number of days without an air temperature of 32°F …
5 days ago — Horticulture Information Leaflets
Average Solar Radiation and Wind Information for North Carolina
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Industrial Hemp in North Carolina: A Guide to Understanding and Evaluating Contracts
This guide provides an overview of contraction options for the growing industrial hemp industry in …
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Part 1: Quality Maintenance - Postharvest Handling and Cooling of Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, and Flowers for Small Farms
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Brown Spot of Tobacco
Brown spot is a disease of increasing importance in flue cured tobacco production.This disease is …
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Gray Mold of Industrial Hemp
Gray mold of industrial hemp is common to most regions that produce this crop. It …
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