Solitary Ground Bees Not a Threat
This time each year many homeowners notice small dirt mounds in their yard, at parks, or recreational fields created …
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Good Agricultural Practices One-Day Workshop
North Carolina State University and North Carolina Cooperative Extension are partnering with Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) and other …
Velvetbean Caterpillar Defoliating Soybeans in Piedmont
I’ve had several reports of velvetbean caterpillar out of the Piedmont area. This is a migratory insect that we …
Soybean Considerations Following Hurricane Florence
— Written By Rachel Vann (14 hours ago) Hurricane Florence has caused catastrophic damage across parts of North Carolina primarily from flooding …
High Tunnel Construction Field Day
If you are interested in high tunnels and would like more information and experience building these structures come join …
Crop Producers and Pesticide Applicators
Below is a listing of upcoming educational opportunities. Please take advantage of those that are important to you. If …
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 …
Beat the Squash Vine Borer
If you’re like me, at some point in your gardening years a simple little white caterpillar has gotten the …
2015 Southern Piedmont Farm School
The demand for locally grown food continues to grow despite a weak economy. Direct sales from farms to consumers …
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