Swine Well-Being During Flood Recovery
Hurricane Florence in 2018 has resulted in record levels of flooding in much of North Carolina. Many swine producers …
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NCDA&CS Offers Post-Flood Cleanup and Disposal Assistance for Pesticides
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is offering assistance with pesticide and fertilizer disposal through the Pesticide …
North Carolina Department of Revenue Waives Diesel Fuel Penalty Due to Hurricane Florence
The North Carolina Department of Revenue, in response to diesel fuel supply interruptions resulting from Hurricane Florence, will not …
H-2A Provisions - Contract Impossibility
In the wake of Hurricane Florence, the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division (WHD) stands ready …
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Offers Landowner Assistance
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering assistance to landowners having suffered damage to working lands and livestock …
Mortality Management for Chicken Houses During Natural Disasters
Please see the following linked information and guidelines from NCDA&CS in case of flooding: Animal Mortality Memo 2003 NCDA&CS Mass Animal …
Extension@YourService: Richmond 4-H Goat Show Great Success
If you were not at the Richmond County 4-H Goat Show on Saturday, you missed quite the event. Forty-four …
VOTE October 4 - N.C. Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum
The North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association has announced that the N.C. Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum vote will take place on October …
Extension@YourService: Late-Season Pests
As summer begins to wind down, there are several pests that can make their appearance and cause some consternation …
High Tunnel Construction Field Day on Saturday, October 6, 2018
Please note that this event is Free, but Registration is Required by visiting: High Tunnel Construction Field Day High tunnels are …
2018 Poultry / Swine Composter Workshop
The 2018 Poultry & Swine Composter Workshop will be an opportunity for producers to see current composting systems and …
Extension@YourService: 4-H Farm Credit Showmanship Circuit
The 2018 4-H Farm Credit Showmanship Circuit season has begun! The Circuit is proudly sponsored by Carolina Farm Credit …
Extension@YourService: Tree of Heaven - Maybe Not So Much
You are probably familiar with the saying: “Can’t see the forest for the trees”. It’s an expression that represents …
Extension@YourService: Learning to Can Safely
Interest in preserving foods at home is back on the rise. I know this because Summer canning classes are …
Extension@YourService: Caring for Animals in the Summer
The temperature has really been hot this summer! Its important during this time for animal owners to think about …
Extension@YourService: Swiss Chard Is a Garden Stalwart
Vegetable gardening in the Sandhills is no walk in the park. Extreme heat, drought, and sandy soils mean gardeners …
2018 NC Pesticide License Schools and Exams Listing
For those who may be interested in obtaining a first-time pesticide license in 2018, a listing of schools and …
Update: Dr. Mike Parker in Recovery
Dr. Mike Parker is continuing to recover from his accident. He has had several surgeries to his right leg …
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