Feral Swine Listening Session
Feral Swine Listening Session Hosted by the NC Feral Swine Task Force and the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Anson County Center Where: …
Animal Agriculture
2019 Poultry Litter Spreader Calibration Demonstrations
Spreader Calibration Demos Flyer 2019 POULTRY LITTER SPREADER CALIBRATION DEMONSTRATIONS Three locations across the state: Richmond County – January 30 (Rain/Snow Date – …
Small Farms-AgriShop Series & Academy
Don’t miss out on a great opportunity! The AgriShop Series and Academy will include workshops covering Heirloom Tomatoes, Ginger, …
Organic Commodities and Livestock Conference
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how organic methods and markets can improve the profitability of your farm! The Organic …
Winter Light Management for Home Laying Flocks
Caring for a small chicken flock can be a very rewarding experience but winter care can become confusing. Especially …
Assistance for Livestock Owners
Have you suffered livestock losses from Hurricane Florence and need help with carcass disposal? The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural …
Poultry Processing Workshop
Monday, September 24, 2018, at 11:00 p.m. Stanly County Agri-Civic Center (26032 Newt Rd, Albemarle) Learn how to process poultry on your own …
2018 Poultry / Swine Composter Workshop
Union County Agriculture Center will be hosting a 2018 Poultry/Swine Composter Workshop on August 30, from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 …
Longhorned Tick Warning for Livestock
RALEIGH – A new species of tick has found its way to North Carolina. Recent tick surveys sent to …
Crop Producers and Pesticide Applicators
Below is a listing of upcoming educational opportunities. Please take advantage of those that are important to you. If …
Commercial Poultry Grower Meetings
Hosted by the NC State Extension Area Specialized Poultry Agents January 11: Union County Agricultural Center – Richard Goforth – …
Newly Required NCDA&CS Respirator Fit Test Offered
As of January 1, 2017 the NCDA&CS now require new Worker Protection Standards (WPS) that state a respirator fit …
Dates Set for 2017 Anson Ag Expo & Fair
FairBook2017 Mark your calendars for the weekend of September 22 – 23, the dates for this year’s Anson Ag Expo …
A Poultry Farmer’s Guide to FSA Loans
Guide to FSA Loans Flyer (All) Are you considering borrowing money for your poultry farm? If you are interested in borrowing …
Poultry Growers Bioenergy Day
Come and Learn about what farms in North Carolina can do to turn their wastes into energy, about new …
Pasture School for Livestock Management
Pasture School for Livestock Management January & February at the Anson County Cooperative Extension Office. Meetings Dates & Topics: January 12 …
2017 Commercial Poultry Growers Meetings
Commercial Poultry Grower Meetings Cooperative Extension is offering Commercial Poultry Grower meetings across the state this winter. The meetings will …
Youth Livestock Show Set for Next Week
The annual Anson Ag Expo and Fair provides a variety of traditional agricultural events and competitions. One of the …
Ag T-Shirts Are Here
Celebrate agriculture! And show your pride in Anson County’s agricultural heritage by wearing a t-shirt that says so. Celebrating …
“Feather Loss in Backyard Flocks”
Do your chickens look like they need the Hair Club for Hens? Chickens loose feathers for a variety of …
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- 2019 Feeder Calf Sale Packet
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 03/15/18
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- Feeder Calf Sale Results 05/03/18
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 05/17
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 06/07/18
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 06/17
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- Feeder Calf Sale Results 07/19/18
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 08/02/18
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 09/06/18
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 09/14/17
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 09/17
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 09/27/18
- Feeder Calf Sale Results 7/13/17
- Feeder Calf Sale Results- 08/17
- Feeder Calf Sale Results- Value-Added BQA 7/20/17
- NCDA Livestock Marketing- Additional Info on Sales
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Recent Publications related to Animal Agriculture
Poultry Manure as a Fertilizer Source
This factsheet describes the nutrient composition of poultry manure and land application techniques based on …
4/29/19 — SoilFacts
Swine Manure as a Fertilizer Source
This factsheet explains the three factors of proper swine manure management: the nutrient content of …
4/29/19 — SoilFacts
Forests as an Alternative for Poultry Manure Application
Applying poultry manure to forestland that needs nitrogen and phosphorus can help poultry producers manage …
3/25/19
Using Animal Manures in Forest Fertilization
Applying animal manure to forestland can help animal producers manage waste and supply forest owners …
3/22/19
Forests as an Alternative for Swine Manure Application
Applying swine manure to forestland that needs nitrogen and phosphorus can help swine producers manage …
3/20/19
Body Condition Scoring: A Management Tool for the Broodmare Owner
This publication addresses the effect of body condition on the reproductive performance of mares as …
3/7/19 — Mare & Foal Nutrition
Managing Pastures to Feed Your Horse
This publication will explain your horse’s nutritional requirements, and how careful pasture management can produce …
3/7/19
Water Intake, Sweat Production and Electrolyte Supplementation in the Horse
This factsheet will clarify the water requirements of your horse and provide guidelines for effective …
3/7/19 — Horse Feeding Management