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Are you a plant killer? Watch this episode of "In the Garden with Bryce Lane" to learn to keep plants alive: [more]
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Avoid foodborne illness this holiday season by following these Extension tips from #NCSU and Kansas State Univ: [more]
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For much of NC, Thanksgiving is a great time to plant spring-flowering bulbs. See Extension at #NCSU tips: [more]

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Our Nov/Dec '09 4-H newsletter is now available. Just click the above link!

Our Fall '09 Commerical Horticulture newsletter is now available.

Check out our NC Poultry Industry Joint Area Newsletter for Fall '09, now available.

Now available online Extension's Successful Family Fall '09 newsletter. For more local Successful Family information click here.

Randolph County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Randolph County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

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Soil Testing Information

In North Carolina, most soils are acidic and low in nutrients. Good plant growth usually requires the addition of lime and fertilizer. Soil testing is the best way to find out how much to apply. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture offers soil testing and information for both commercial growers and home owners. Soil samples are usually analyzed within about a week, but may take longer from late fall through early spring due to heavy loads from farmers at this time. Results of the tests are posted on an online system and also mailed to the client. MORE

	Extension en Espanol
Extensión en Español is a grass roots organization of Extension educators which seeks to better serve Spanish-speaking clients by sharing expertise and materials across the Cooperative Extension System. MORE

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Events

	Taking Care of Business December 1st, 2009 @ 9:00 AM - January 19th, 2010 @ 12:00 PM Winston-Salem, NC
	Various speakers will present this five week short course that will assist farmers, both beginning and seasoned, and other entrepreneurs to develop a better understanding of the business planning process and the ultimate purpose of a solid business plan. The course will meet on Tuesdays. Cost is $100. Call our office to register or for more information. ... MORE

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News

4-H Camping: A Good Holiday Gift!
Posted November 13th, 2009 in Youth & 4-H

4-H Camping: A Good Holiday Gift! By: Barbara Dunn Swanson, Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development Hiking, swimming, climbing, rappelling, singing, kayaking, and meeting new friends, this is the heart of North Carolina 4-H Camping! A good 4-H camp leads to feelings of achievement and success for all youth who participate. Less focus is on competition, and more emphasis is on group cooperation and shared success. The adventures, new experiences and new skills found at camp contribute to ... MORE

4-H Study of Positive Youth Development
Posted November 6th, 2009 in Youth & 4-H

4-H Study of Positive Youth Development by: Barbara Dunn Swanson, Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development I know that my work in Youth Development is important and for many families that participate in our 4-H program, they enjoy the program and are benefiting from it in a variety of ways. But what type of evidence do I have to support the notion that 4-H works? How do I really know that 4-H is making a difference in the lives of ... MORE

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