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 …
Farm Health & Safety
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 …
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- NC Agromedicine Institute
- NCDA&CS Structural Pest Control and Pesticide Division
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