Cucurbit Downy Mildew
A client brought in a sample of cucumber leaves today with blocky yellow spots on the leaves. She was …
Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
Organic Gardening Class Monday April 9, 2018
Come learn the basics of organic gardening, from building healthy soil, to proper watering, to managing weeds, insects, and …
Soil Health Principles and Practices to Improve Production Soil Microbiology Workshop
Extension welcomes Natural Resource Conservation Service Soil Health Specialist and Agronomist to lead Soil Health Principles and Practices to …
Problem With Tomatoes
In the demonstration garden at the Curb Market there are several plant including tomatoes, okra, beans, peppers, cucumbers, squash …
Nickels for Know How - Cast Your Vote 11/1/2016
Vote Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016: Makes Good Sense! …
Post-Matthew Clean-Up
Matthew has made a very soggy ending to an already wet summer for those of us in eastern NC. …
NC Extension Master Gardener Annual Report
Thank you to NC Extension Master Gardener Volunteers who made a tremendous contribution in 2015 By the Numbers: 4,140 volunteers 945,083 Face to …
Vegetable Chapter, Extension Gardener Handbook, Now Available on-Line
Vegetable Gardening, Chapter 16 of the Extension Gardener Handbook Now available for free on line Everything you need to know to grow vegetables …
Extension Gardener "Small Fruits" Chapter Just Released
The Extension Gardener Handbook team is pleased to announce the “Small Fruits” Chapter is up and ready for use. Congratulations …
National Pollinator Week 2016
This week, June 20 – 26 of 2016, is national pollinator week. Why might that be important to you? …
2016 Tour d' Coop: June 4th 10am-4pm, Raleigh NC
Join us for the Tour D’Coop on Saturday, June 4 The 2016 tour will be held on Saturday, June 4 …
Building Healthy Soil in Vegetable Gardens: Cover Crops Have Got It Covered.
An in depth look at how to effectively use cover crops in vegetable gardens, this 19 page document by …
The 17th Vermiculture Conference Is Just a Month Away on June 2-3.
Learn to make and sell vermicompost. Understand the benefits of vermicompost to plants and soil. Check out the agenda and …
Resources for Growing Fruit Trees in Your Landscape
Comprehensive Resource for Fruit Trees Publications Videos Plant Sources Peach Portal and more useful information from Dr. Mike …
Getting Dirty in Your Garden - EMGV Radio: How to Become an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Durham County?
Getting Dirty in Your Garden Extension Master Gardener℠ Radio Show and Podcast How to Become an Extension Gardener Volunteer in Durham County. What …
NC Community Gardening Conference
NCCGP‘s 2016 conference was a hit! Subscribe to our LISTSERV and receive updates on Community Garden events including the next conference. NORTH …
Hard Freeze Predicted for Much of the State 4/9/2016
Protect tender plants, and newly set fruit! It is going to be cold tonight!! Tips for Protecting your plants More Detailed Weather …
Second Saturday: A Celebration of Food & Community, 9am-4pm, Raleigh, NC
A monthly celebration of local food + community Through monthly exhibitions, showcases, events and demos community members can explore new …
NC State Hort. Dept. Student Plant Sale 4/9 & 4/10/2016
2016 Spring Plant Sale! Mark your calendars! **WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT AND DEBIT CARDS – with a 3% equipment fee** When: Saturday, April …
Getting Dirty in Your Garden, Radio Podcast: Avoiding Aches, Pains and Strains in the Garden
Getting Dirty in Your Garden Extension Master Gardener Radio Show and Podcast Dr. John Harrelson provides tips and strategies for gardeners to …
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- Executive Farm Management Program
- Extension Entomology - Insect Biology and Management
- Extension Plant Pathology
- Horticulture
- Industrial Hemp
- NC FarmLink
- NC Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- NC Pesticide Safety Education
- NC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program
- Official Variety Testing
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- Agricultural and Human Sciences
- Agriculture and Resource Economics Extension
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- Biological and Agricultural Engineering
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- Extension Soils Program
- Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center
- Vernon James Research and Extension Center
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- National eXtension Initiative
- NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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