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Beautiful yellow daisy

Extension News April 2026

April is a busy month! Whether you’re managing livestock, prepping for pesticide trainings, or just searching for the local Farmers Market opening dates, we’ve gathered all the resources in one…

Clovers in March

Extension News March 2026

News From Your Local Extension Agents!Happy March! As we transition into spring, our team here at the N.C. Cooperative Extension - Surry Center has been hard at work gathering the best resources to…

December 2025 Newsletter

December Newsletter

Our December newsletter is here, filled with important updates, seasonal inspiration, and all the program information you'll need to start your holiday season. 2025 Agricultural Hall of Fame: We…

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Forage and Feeding Tips

Hay inventory and testing Getting your hay tested is the only way to know for sure what the nutrient content of your forage is. Estimate your winter feeding needs now to prepare for this winter. If…

November 2025 Newsletter

November 2025 Newsletter

The November Newsletter is Out! Your Guide to Community, Farm, and Home The leaves are falling and the holidays are approaching—which means our November Newsletter is officially here! We've packed…

broomsedge

Broomsedge

As we move from summer into the colder months, you may begin to notice the warm season species in your pasture starting to die off, like broomsedge or otherwise known as broomstraw. Broomstraw is a…

Asian Longhorned Tick

Ticks Economic Impact

Ticks may not be the livestock pest we tend to consider, however they can have big effects on the livestock industry. Some of the diseases ticks spread are Anaplasmosis and Theileriosis. These can…

Hay testing

Hay Testing and Hay Contest

Now is a great time to take inventory of your hay supply for the fall! Knowing the amount of hay you have available is important to note along with how much hay was used last year. Based on this, you…

October 2025 Newsletter

Extension News October 2025

Fall into the latest updates with our October Newsletter!Our dedicated agents have packed this edition with timely advice, program updates, and resources to help your home, garden, farm, and family…

September 2025 Newsletter

Extension News September 2025

We're excited to share our September newsletter with you, filled with the latest news and resources from N.C. Cooperative Extension - Surry Center.This month's issue includes: Tips for a successful…