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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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Youth Interested in Livestock

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Mitchell County Center provides a livestock interest 4-H club for all youth ages 5 to 18- Mitchell …

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Frost Seeding

With spring just around the corner, pasture improvements and forages become a priority. Multiple actions can be taken to …

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Water in the Winter

Water in Winter What? Water is the most important dietary source for all living creatures; for without ample water, a living …

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Black Vultures

In various parts of the country, including North Carolina, Black Vultures have become an increasingly large problem for livestock …

Recent Publications related to Animal Agriculture

Map showing counties with broiler production across North Carolina, predominantly in the southern piedmont.

Mitigating Zinc and Copper Toxicity in North Carolina Soils

This publication discusses how excess zinc and copper from animal manure can lead to soil …

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Area with rooted plants to be clipped must be identifed

Quantifying Pasture Productivity

This publication discusses methods to measure the amount of grass available for grazing to help …

2 days ago
Asian longhorned tick female

Longhorned Tick

The longhorned tick (previously called the 'Asian longhorned tick') is an invasive tick spreading throughout …

3 weeks ago
Black cattle graze pasture between rows of trees in CEFS silvopasture. Temporary electric fence holds cattle in a specific part of pasture.

Silvopastures: Forage Productivity and Microclimate

This publication provides a general overview of silvopastures and discusses the results of forage productivity …

2/29/24
Graphical representation of swine farms and forestland in SE NC

Forests as an Alternative for Swine Manure Application

Applying swine manure to forestland that needs nitrogen and phosphorus can help swine producers manage …

2/15/24
Graphical representation of pine plantations in Duplin County

Forests as an Alternative for Poultry Manure Application

Applying poultry manure to forestland that needs nitrogen and phosphorus can help poultry producers manage …

2/15/24
Map overlayed with dots indicating locations of Swine farms (purple) and various forestland cover type

Using Animal Manures in Forest Fertilization

Applying animal manure to forestland can help animal producers manage waste and supply forest owners …

2/15/24

2024 North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals Manual

This manual, updated every year, covers pesticide use and safety information, chemical application equipment, fertilizer …

2/14/24