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 …
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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Purchasing a Back-Up Generator for the Farm
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Why Do Septic Systems Fail?
This publication describes common causes for septic tank failures and suggests steps you can take …
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Calibrating a Backpack Sprayer
This brochure goes over calibration guidelines for backpack or knapsack sprayers.
2/20/19
Abbreviations
This publication lists abbreviations used in the North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals Manual.
2/15/19
Animal Damage Control
This publication explains control measures that can be taken due to animal damage of crops.
2/15/19
Plant Growth Regulators
This publication explains plant growth regulators for a variety of crops.
2/15/19
Chemical Weed Control
This publication covers chemical weed control and weed response to a variety of crops.
2/15/19