Symptoms in the Peanut Canopy Peanut Notes No. 63 2018
Leaf spot that is caused by chemical burn Potato leafhopper burn Injury in lower leaves from the systemic insecticide phorate Symptoms caused …
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Sanjay Shah sees the potential of solar energy use in livestock barn heating, not only for reducing heating fuel use but also improving the indoor air quality. So he is working to test a low-cost solar air heating technology that could have an immediate impact on poultry and pig producers.
N.C. Farm School Grows Supportive Network for Entrepreneurial Growers
Through NC Farm School, participants gain more than insight into the ABCs of agricultural business planning. They also forge new networks and new friendships.
Celebrate Summer with a Cranberry Salsa
NC State Extension Nutrition Associate Aubrey Mast shares a sweet summer salsa made from cranberries, which will tickle your taste buds and heal your body at the same time.
Science to Scoops: Behind-the-Scenes with NC State’s Dairy Enterprise System
Join Gary Cartwright as he introduces the one-of-a-kind Dairy Enterprise System at NC State, including an inside scoop on the university's Howling Cow brand of ice cream and treats.
How Much Fertilizer Should I Use for My Lawn?
Watch as Matt Martin, NC State Extension turfgrass specialist, demonstrates some basic tools you can use at home to determine how much fertilizer is needed for your lawn.
J-Rooting Due to Poor Seed Quality Peanut Notes No. 62 2018
This note has an example of J-Rooting. The cause of J-Rooting is often poor seed quality. Chloroacetamide herbicides, in …
Virginia-Carolina Region Crop Report June 21, 2018 Peanut Notes No. 61 2018
Virginia-Carolina Peanut Crop Report June 21, …
Basil Downy Mildew Found in North Carolina
We received a confirmed report of basil downy mildew in North Carolina. Growers are advised to actively scout for …
Vegetable Production Update- June 8th, 2018
From Dr. Amanda Strayer-Scherer (Postdoctoral Research Scholar, Plant Pathology, Tomatoes) and Inga Meadows (Extension Associate, Plant Pathology Specialist) Background: The …
Creating a Healthy Home Step 5: Get Rid of Pests
Household pests like insects and rodents sometimes find their way into our homes. Common insect pests are cockroaches, flies …
Notice for the Rural Cooperative Development Grant Applications Released
Notice for the fiscal year 2018 Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) program was published in the Federal Register on Wednesday, May …
Section 18 Emergency Exemption Approved for Transform in Cotton- Plant Bugs
Effective June 15, 2018 and expiring October 30, 2018, Transform has been approved for use in cotton as an …
WNC Orchard Insect Populations for June 19, 2018
June 19, 2018 We are currently in that time period where we are at the lowest risk for damage by …
Organic Field Day
Please join us for our annual field day from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on July 23rd, 2018. This …
Creating a Healthy Home Step 4: Keep Your Home Maintained
Keeping your house or apartment well maintained is important for keeping your home healthy and safe. If you are …
Palmer Amaranth Control With Mixtures Peanut Notes No. 60 2018
Keep in mind that many fields contain Palmer amaranth that is resistant to ALS-inhibiting herbicides. I assume that some …
Peanut Grower Magazine July Column Peanut Notes No. 59 2018
By this time of the year many key inputs have been taken care of for peanut in the Virginia-Carolina …
2018 NCSU Tobacco Tour
We’re pleased to announce that the 2018 NCSU Tobacco Tour has been scheduled and that registration is now open! …
4-H Citizenship NC Focus
NC 4-H’ers are in Raleigh for 3 days learning about youth voice and citizenship in action. Over 120 4-H’ers …
NCSU Strawberry Breeding Program on NCSU Homegrown
Spring is for NC …
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