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Agrability/Life Project 1890 Land Grant Institution Virtual Workshop. Monday, November 2 thru Thursday, November 12, 2020. For registration go …
Backyard Composting
Instead of disposing of yard trimmings and kitchen scraps, you can compost them in your own backyard. Composting is an …
Savvy Shopper: Meat Label Claims
If you’ve ever purchased meat before, you’ve probably seen various labels on meat packaging like grass-finished, natural, antibiotic-free, or …
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One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
NC Tree Identification
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Pre-Plant Strategies for Wheat - Webinar
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I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
Introduction to Plant Identification
The Path to Successful Gardening Six Week Course taught by Bryce Lane NCSU Professor & Lecturer Emeritus, Dept. of Horticultural Science Location JC Raulston …
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Anson County Horticulture & Forestry Needs Assessment Survey
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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Save the Date - Sept. 21-25 Is National Farm Safety and Health Week!
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