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, …
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Assistance Available for Flood Damaged Ag Land Through NRCS
Assistance Available for Flood Damaged Ag Land through NRCS The USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in North Carolina has established …
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 …
"Feeding the Locals"- Local Foods Newsletter
Get your latest copy of the “Feeding the Locals” newsletter. In this issue: Consider new crops, follow trends, evaluate …
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 …
New Area Agent- Local Foods
New Area Agent in Local Foods In response to the growing demand, Anson County now has a new area extension …
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