Pre-Plant Strategies for Wheat - Webinar
Are you planting wheat this fall? Join us for part 1 of our “Wheat Production Series” on September 25, 2020, from …
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.
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
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Below is a short 5-minute survey that will help N.C. Cooperative Extension in Anson County plan future horticulture and …
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National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 21–25, 2020 Free webinars will be hosted by leading farm safety and health …
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Want to see an AquaSpy in action in a cornfield? Watch our latest video to learn about this new technology …
Production Techniques for Small Farms Webinar Series
Join us every Tuesday in the month of July for a four-part webinar series covering topics relevant to small …
Safe Milk Handling & Husbandry of the Family Dairy Cow
Family Milk Cow webinar flyer The current pandemic has certainly caused a change in the way we look at our …
Cost Effective High Tunnel Options Webinar July 1
July 1, 2020 2–3:30 p.m. Many farms are experiencing new opportunities to serve their local consumers and food system with an …
What Do I Do With My Land? A Decision Making Guide for New Farmers
How much land do you have? What are your goals for your land? Are there any fencing or facilities already in …
COVID-19 Food Safety Resources
COVID-19 has impacted agriculture large and small from every angle, from the temporary closing of restaurants, addressing labor health …
Make Sure Your Garden Is Protected From Cold Damage Saturday Night
The forecast from the National Weather Service is showing a low for Saturday night in the low to mid-30s …
Cost Effective High Tunnel Options Webinar
Many farms are experiencing new opportunities to serve their local consumers and food system with increased need for healthy, …
Low Head Scab Risk Throughout North Carolina
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Anson County Local Food and Farms
NC also has one of the most robust farmers market networks in the country, with over 230 markets and …
Online Sales Learning Opportunities for Local Farms
COVID-19 has changed the way that some of our farms do business. Selling directly to the public through an …
A Letter From Commissioner of Agriculture, Steven Troxler to the Agricultural Community
Together we will overcome any obstacles we may face going forward. Please reach out if you have issues of …
Small Ruminants 101
“Ever thought about raising sheep or goats, but aren’t sure how to get started? Join us on April 1 …
Fencing School
Learn about fencing topics including fence law, planning, perimeter, and electric fence construction followed by a hands-on field demo. MARCH …
Planting Forages for Wildlife
Destruction of wildlife habitats has made populations of many animals decline. Whether you are a hunter or just enjoy …
Commercial Poultry Meeting
Commercial Poultry Meeting Location: Agricultural Service Center 123 Caroline St. Rockingham, NC 28379 Time: March 4, 2020, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. If you are …
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