Spotted Lanternfly: Early Detection Key for NC
New Invasive Insect Pest Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive planthopper has been detected in Rockingham County, NC making it the …
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Final Pre-Harvest Water Rule - Workshop
It is time to implement FDA’s Final Pre-harvest Water Rule for Tree fruit farms! Join us on Thursday June 5 2025 at 09:00 …
Building Back: Farm Protection and Soil Health Webinar Series
Post-Helene Extension has received numerous questions about protecting farms from future weather events and restoring soils impacted by the …
57th Annual Winter Vegetable Conference & Trade Show-February 19-20, 2025
This is the largest commercial vegetable grower event in the region with a high quality educational program put together …
WNC Communities' Immediate Disaster Needs Grant for Farm Businesses-Now Closed
WNC Communities recognizes that farmers in the region have immediate disaster relief needs to stabilize their farm businesses and to …
Local Licensed Propagators of Commercial Strawberry Plugs
Successful Strawberry Production Starts with Certified Clean Plants from Licensed Propagators. See Below for a List of Local Nurseries …
Agriculture Recovery Resources from Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene Recovery Resources NCDA&CS Response Hotline: 1-866-645-9403 NCDA Resources: NCDA&CS Emergency Programs – Recovery NCDA&CS Emergency Programs – Disaster Information ASAP Resources: 2024 Appalachian …
SAVE the DATE: Upcoming Farmers Market-Holiday Events
Looking for a unique holiday gift this season? Four of our local Farmers Markets are planning to host Holiday …
Hooray for Beneficial Bugs in the Veggie Garden!
Contrary to popular belief there are more good bugs than bad in the landscape. About 1% of all insect …
July is Blueberry Time in Henderson County!
The first blueberry varieties of the season are riping up and should be ready to harvest in western NC …
Spring Wildflowers Are Here: Check Out this Helpful ID Guide!
Local Wildflower Guide For many hikers walking the trails and looking at plants goes hand in hand. Luckily every spring …
Shop Fresh and Local in Henderson County: A 2024 Farmers Market Guide
The weather is warming, summer is just around the corner and that means in the next few weeks farmers …