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Cover photo for 2022 Blueberry Demonstrations

2022 Blueberry Demonstrations

Are you interested in knowing how to prune blueberries? Join us in Rockingham County on February 17 for a …

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Carolina Lawn Care

Have you always wanted a green and healthy lawn? Join us for our next Lunch and Learn Webinar on …

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Last Holiday Market of the Year

This Saturday, December 18, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. will be the last market before the Christmas holiday. …

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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 …

Notice to Pesticide Applicators

Notice to pesticide applicators: The EPA has given temporary exemption to its annual fit testing requirements due to the current …

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Farm-City Week

This year has held many disappointments for everyone in numerous shapes and sizes. One of the biggest disappointments for …

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Grant Opportunity Offered

NC AgVentures is a NC State Extension program that provides grants to NC farmers and community groups for new …

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