Land Use Trends in NC - Webinar Monday, June 15
Did you know that American Farmland Trust just completed the most comprehensive spatial analysis of farmland in the lower …
Agriculture & Food
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Let's Get Growing!
Last week, 115 4-H gardening kits were delivered to Gouge and Deyton Elementary Schools! Thanks to the wonderful teaching …
N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Scale Certification - June 15
Did you forget? Are your scales in need of certification? N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Scale Technician, …
2020 Southeastern US Vegetable Crop Handbook
If you would like more information on growing your own vegetables this handbook is filled with valuable answers to …
Fall 2020 Pesticide School Schedule Available
The Fall 2020 Pesticide Safety School Schedule is now available for registrants who are seeking initial licensing in one …
Asian Giant Hornet in Washington State
Asian Giant Hornet The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services asks North Carolina residents to be on the …
NC House Bill 1043 Appropriates $125 Million for Rapid Recovery Loan Program
House Bill 1043, a bipartisan effort by the NC General Assembly and which was signed into law by Governor …
Watch Out for Black Vultures
Black Vultures have become an increasingly large program for livestock producers. There have been several cases of these large …
WNC Planting Calendar for Annual Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs
Western North Carolina is a wonderful place to garden! Almost any type of vegetable or fruit can be grown …
How Produce Growers + Packagers Can Stabilize Retail Supply Chain During Coronavirus Pandemic
(View original article from the N.C. Food Innovation Lab) Chaos in the Supply Chain? Regulatory officials confirm food products are safe, …
On-Farm Produce Safety for Small Growers During COVID-19
It’s hard to know what can be done and should be done to support public health during the COVID-19 …
Update: Paycheck Protection Loans Available to Farmers - Apply Now
UPDATE: The Small Business Administration system has been overwhelmed. Farm Credit is not ready to accept applications. Since it is anticipated …
Farms & Agribusinesses: COVID 19 Resources and Information
The agriculture industry and farming community are essential to our economy and the daily well-being of families across North …
Apple Alert - Ambrosia Beetle Study Needs Your Input!
Many species of ambrosia beetles can infest woody ornamental, fruit, and nut trees throughout North Carolina and can cause …
COVID-19: Farming Resources
COVID-19 has disrupted our lives and routines including how we work, learn, shop and connect with the community. Our …
Mitchell County Center Closure
Dear Clientele: We continue to work with county and state health officials, as well as NC State and N.C. A&T …
Register Now for March Webinars on Creating a Free Online Store for Your Farm
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended our world in a very short time frame. It’s been a stressful and sometimes …
No Longer Accepting Plant Orders
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Mitchell County is NO longer accepting plant orders. Thank you for your interest in and support …
2020 Apple Disease Update: Silver / Green Tip
Below you will find a link for an article by Dr. Sara Villani, Extension Specialist (Apple and Ornamental Plant Pathology …
Internet Connectivity Survey for NC Farmers
Internet Connectivity Survey for NC Farmers Distribution & Background Information The North Carolina Broadband Infrastructure Office, with the Friday Institute at …
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Extension Programs at NC State University
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Information Portals
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- Executive Farm Management Program
- Extension Entomology - Insect Biology and Management
- Extension Plant Pathology
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- NC Pesticide Safety Education
- NC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program
- Official Variety Testing
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- NC State Climate Office
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