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: …
Farm Health & Safety
Lomax Field Day
Pest pressure is a prominent issue on organic and sustainable farms. Join us at the 4th Annual Lomax Field …
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 …
Grain Bin Safety / Grain Rescue Program for Fire Fighters and First Responders
This is a 2-part safety program, led by LaMar Grafft, Associate Director of the NC Agromedicine Institute. The goal …
Upcoming Farm Safety Program: First on Scene
This is a 3-hour farm safety program taught by LaMar Grafft, Associate Director of the NC Agromedicine Institute. Designed …
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 …
Southern Piedmont Local Food Producers' Conference
On February 24th 2015, the first ever Local Food Producers’ Conference for the region will be held at the …
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- National Ag Safety Database
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
- National Pesticide Information Center Emergency Resources
- NC Agromedicine Institute
- NCDA&CS Structural Pest Control and Pesticide Division
Publications, Information, and News
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Agricultural Machinery Maintenance
This publication describes the major systems used in farm equipment and outlines basic maintenance procedures …
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Good Agricultural Practices Fresh Produce Safety Plan for Field Practices
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Herbicide Carryover in Hay, Manure, Compost, and Grass Clippings
Many farmers and home gardeners have reported damage to vegetable and flower crops after applying …
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Questions to Ask When Purchasing Water Treatment Equipment
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2020 North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals Manual
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2/7/20
Disease Management and Guidelines for the Honey Bee
It is the goal of every beekeeper to maintain healthy, productive colonies. This can only …
1/27/20
Should You Have Your Water Tested?
Most water in North Carolina is suitable for drinking and other home uses. There are, …
1/13/20
Freehand (dimethenamid-p + pendimethalin)
This pesticide factsheet covers the use and characteristics of Freehand (dimethenamid-p + pendimethalin).
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