2025 Southeast Vegetable & Fruit Expo
All are invited to attend the 40th annual Southeast Vegetable & Fruit Expo, December 2-3, 2025 at the Embassy …
Cotton Jassid Leafhopper Reported on Okra in NC
Two weeks ago Dominic Reisig reported the first detection of the invasive cotton jassid leafhopper (Amrasca biguttula) on cotton …
Blackberry Pruning Guide NEW
📢 New Publication Alert: Blackberry Pruning: A Practical Guide NC State Extension has released a new resource for blackberry growers Blackberry …
2025 Greenhouse Vegetable Growers Conference
You are invited to attend the 51st Annual Conference of the NC Greenhouse Vegetable Growers Association, November 6, 2025. The Conference …
2025 NC Sweetpotato Field Day
Join us for the annual Sweetpotato Field Day hosted by NC State University in conjunction with the NC Sweetpotato …
Growing Resources During Fallow Winter Months
The cold temperatures of winter usually provide downtime for farmers, foresters and gardeners. It’s the perfect time to assess …
Longleaf Pine Can Grow Legacy, Profitability
Richmond County is one of six NC counties that make up the region called the Sandhills. The Sandhills ecosystem …
Fall Color Beckons
Autumn is a favorite time of year for many people. Cooler temperatures are very welcome after sweltering, oppressive summer …
Have You Tried Drying Foods?
The Rockingham Farmers’ Market offers a great selection of fresh, flavorful, and local produce. As Farmers’ Markets’ popularity grows, …
Caterpillars of Fall
Many people enjoy catching a glimpse of butterflies and moths as they float and flutter through the landscape. Monarch …
Keep Picnic Foods Safe
Picnics are a great chance to bring family and friends together. However, the excitement of a picnic can distract …
Squash Survival Tips
by Paige Burns Clark One of the most ubiquitous vegetables for the summer garden is squash. Zucchini, yellow crookneck, and …