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Agriculture Recovery Center

Sorry for the late notice, we are just getting this information and wanted to pass it on to you …

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Livestock Judging Club

MITCHELL COUNTY 4-H LIVESTOCK JUDGING CLUB FIRST MEETING: AUGUST 29TH AGES 13-18 TIME: 6:00-7:30 p.m. LOCATION:N.C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION, MITCHELL COUNTY CENTER Calling all 13-18 year …

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Mitchell County 4-H Young Livestock Club

MITCHELL COUNTY 4-H YOUNG LIVESTOCK CLUB FIRST MEETING: AUGUST 27TH AGES 5-12 TIME: 5:00-6:00 p.m. LOCATION: N.C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION, MITCHELL COUNTY CENTER Calling all 5-12 …

Avery A&H Fair and Annual Draft Pull

Avery A&H Fair Board along with N.C. Cooperative Extension, Mitchell County Center invite you to attend the educational and family …

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Weed Control in Pastures

What and Why? Weeds grow at a more rapid pace than desired grasses. In doing so, they “snuff-out” the grasses …

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External Pests on Livestock

Summer is a prime time for the emergence of external pests, such as flies and ticks. To avoid economic …

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Closed These Days in December

N.C. Cooperative Extension of Mitchell County staff will be participating in staff development on Thursday, December 9 (all day) and …

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Office Currently Closed

The office is currently closed due to no heat or water. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you need assistance …

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Forage and Feed Stuff Testing

Forage and feed quality are important in proper nutrition for livestock, especially those that are lactating or pregnant. To …

2021 Flood Damage

Flood Damage Relief to Be Available

Has Your Farm Suffered Flood Damage? Please contact our Extension Center (828.688.4811) as well as the FSA office (828.765.5049) with …

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