The Pros and Cons of Biochar in Horticulture
The biggest handicap to growing plant crops in the Sandhills is the sandy soil. Acidic and low in organic …
Nancy Power
Extension Agent, Agriculture - Commercial Horticulture Richmond County Centernrpower@ncsu.eduStreet Address: 123 Caroline St
Suite 100
Rockingham, NC 28379
Suite 100
Rockingham, NC 28379
Mailing Address: PO Box 1358
Rockingham, NC 28380
Rockingham, NC 28380
Job Description Assist commercial horticulture growers in solving problems and staying ahead of incoming disease and pest challenges. Increase the commercial horticulture production in Richmond County.
Recent Posts by Nancy Power
Biochar Pros and Cons in Horticulture
The biggest handicap to growing crops in the Sandhills is the sandy soil. Acidic and low in organic matter, …
Innovative Farmers Meeting on June 26
The next Innovative Farmers meeting for commercial horticulture growers will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021, from 4–5:30 …
An Early Spring Marketing Niche: Snap and Snow Peas
Snap pea plants at the Sandhills AgInnovation Center Demo Farm I noticed that our local farmers’ markets and farm stands …
Farmers Market Success: Tips From a Pro
Retired Richmond County farmer John McInnis learned to grow produce from his friend David Sherrill. McInnis grew commercial vegetables …
How Lee Berry Is Getting GAP Certified
Over the years, local farmer Lee Berry of Berry Patch fame attended many workshops on getting GAP certified. GAP, …
Seed Swap on Feb. 27, 2021
Come swap seeds with fellow gardeners and learn about gardening at Hitchcock Creek Park, 615 Steele St, Rockingham at 2 p.m. …
Springtime Broccoli is Made in Winter
In Richmond County, the farmers’ market starts up in late April or early May, but local growers typically have …
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