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October 2024 Newsletter

Extension News October 2024

Welcome to our October Newsletter! In this month’s newsletter, we’re excited to cover a range of topics to help you …

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Hay Inventory List

As autumn approaches, you may find that you have a need for additional hay or have an excess of …

Hurricane Debby Executive Order 311

Statement from Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler on waiving of motor vehicle regulations to help farms Monday, August 5, 2024 RALEIGH – …

August 2024 Newsletter

Welcome to Our August Newsletter!

The August newsletter is packed with a variety of exciting events and programs to look forward to. From livestock, …

The Virginia tour group in farmer's shop.

Surry Farms Included in Tour

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Surry Center had the pleasure of hosting a group of producers from the Northern Neck of …

Extension News July 2024

Extension News July 2024

Welcome to our July Newsletter! July is not only known for being National Ice Cream Month but also the perfect …

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Tractor Season Is Here!

Tractor Season It is planting season for many farmers in Surry County. Beginning now through harvest, we will find ourselves …

May 2024 Newsletter

Extension News May 2024

May Newsletter Highlights! Exciting news! Our May newsletter is now live with a delightful mix of recipes, nutrition tips, gardening …

April 2024 Newsletter

Extension News April 2024

In this month’s newsletter, we are excited to share updates on various agriculture, nutrition, and 4-H events and programs …

Cover photo for March 2024 Newsletter

March 2024 Newsletter

In this month’s newsletter, we have an exciting lineup of articles focusing on gardening, lawns, food, and health to …

February 2024 Newsletter

February 2024 Newsletter

Welcome to our February 2024 newsletter. We hope you’re doing well as we dive into the second month of …

January 2024 Newsletter

January 2024 Newsletter

January 2024 Extension News is here! Happy New Year from our N.C. Cooperative Extension family to yours. Extension News January …

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Workplace Community Supported Agriculture: Connecting Local Farmers to Local Workplaces

This guide provides an overview of the community supported agriculture (CSA) program at Research Triangle …

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Managing Drought on Nursery Crops

Drought has always caused nursery crop producers great concern. If irrigation water becomes limiting, growers …

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Basic Information for Determining Drain Spacing on North Carolina Soils

Knowing the soil profile of your agricultural land will help determine the spacing needed for …

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Offsetting Drought for Small-Scale Vegetable Production in North Carolina

A good source of water is a necessity for producing quality vegetables. During periods of …

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Métodos de Enfriamiento para Cerdos en Fase de Finalización

Esta publicación analiza opciones para abordar el estrés por calor en las operaciones porcinas. Los …

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Fuentes de Calor para Cerdos Destetados

Esta publicación proporciona información sobre las fuentes de calor comunes que se utilizan para suministrar …

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Cooling Methods for Finishing Swine

This publication discusses options for addressing heat stress in swine operations. Topics include ventilation cooling …

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Heat Sources for Post-Weaning Pigs

This publication provides information about common heat sources used to supply supplemental warmth for young …

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