Moisture Brings Mosquitoes
With an increase in summertime precipitation, residents should not be surprised to see an increase in biting insects. Biting …
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Soil Moisture and Crops Needs
Soil Moisture and Crop Needs Rising temperatures this week have increased crop demand for water, especially with corn in various …
How to Spot and Control Squash Bugs in Your Garden
(Adapted from an article originally written by Jessica Strickland Wayne CES) A Common Pest for a Popular Crop Squash is a …
2025 Pamlico County Extension Master Gardener Training Course Graduates
Introducing the 2025 Master Gardener Interns The Pamlico County Cooperative Extension office would like to introduce our newest Master Gardener …
Protect Your Tomatoes From Hornworms This Season
If the leaves of your tomato plant seem to suddenly be disappearing, take a closer look. There is a …
Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus: What Gardeners Need to Know
Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Identified in Pamlico County Recent tomato samples submitted to the Pamlico County Extension office have tested …
Managing Moles in Your Lawn
Moles have been a consistent problem this spring as mild winter temperatures have accelerated their activity. Tunneling by moles …
Spring Large Patch Disease
Back in November I reminded readers to scout their yards for the presence of Large Patch disease. As soil …
Corn Season Is Here
Preparing for the Corn Season April 1st may signal the beginning of spring, but for corn farmers in Eastern NC, …
Spring Into Lawn Care
Over the past few weeks, the Cooperative Extension office has received numerous inquiries regarding early spring lawn care. This …
Homegrown Potatoes: Tips for a Successful Harvest
Adapted from Clemson University Potato publication. Planting Potatoes Potatoes are an easy and fun crop to grow in the home garden …
Essential Winter Chores for a Healthier Spring Garden
Winter is here but spring is just around the corner. Use this time to perform a few garden chores …