Frost Injury and Recommendations
With unusual May cold weather and potential frost event approaching, this video has research-based recommendations and information on assessing …
Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
Asian Giant Hornets in Washington State
The news media are reporting that the Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) has been found in Washington state. This hornet …
Local Food List Now Available
This list of local food sources is being put together by Cooperative Extension offices across the state. The lists …
Consumer Soil Samples
Beginning 4/27, N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is again collecting and testing consumer (lawn and garden) soil …
Hay Seller? Share Your Info...
Many livestock and equine owners rely on others to provide them with a source of quality forage and hay …
How to Safely Share the Road With Farm Equipment
During the Spring and Fall, the volume of farm equipment appearing on the road tremendously increases. Farmers are working …
Jonas Asbill Joins Poultry Extension
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Randolph County Center will be the home base for Jonas Asbill, joining Cooperative Extension as the …
Support Local Beef Producers With MeatSuite
NC Choices is introducing MeatSuite.com to North Carolina consumers. MeatSuite.com is a website of local farms selling meat in …
Emergency Mini-Grants for Livestock and Poultry Farmers
The Food Animal Concerns Trust (FACT) is offering opportunities for livestock and poultry producers to receive mini-grants of up …
Selenium Deficiency in Livestock
Unfortunately, most of the soils across the state are deficient in selenium therefore, this mineral needs to be supplemented. The …
Spring Time Pastures and Grass Tetany
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Internet Survey for NC Farmers
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*Registration is FULL*2020 Piedmont Regional Goat & Sheep Conference NOW Webinar Series!
***Eventbrite tickets for this event have been sold out!*** Join us online from the comfort of your home as we …
Big Year for North Carolina at the American Forage and Grassland Council's 2020 Annual Conference
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Livestock Agents, Directors, and Faculty Win North Carolina Cooperative Extension Awards
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North Piedmont Farm School Extends Registration Deadline Until January 3, 2020
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TSWV & Tobacco Thrips Risk Forecasting Tool
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Small Scale Poultry Seminar
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Vegetable Chapter, Extension Gardener Handbook, Now Available on-Line
Vegetable Gardening, Chapter 16 of the Extension Gardener Handbook Now available for free on line Everything you need to know to grow vegetables …
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