Planning for Success
We are coming to the end of the year here in Sampson County and for our farmers, planning is …
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Wheat Planting Recommendations
Fall is upon us here in Sampson County. Recent dry weather has allowed for tobacco and corn harvest to …
Late Season Considerations
Harvest time has arrived here in Sampson County. Several crops are being harvested as I am writing this–some are …
Too Much of a Good Thing?
I know I sound like a pessimist only speaking of the bad in a good growing season, but this …
Where Does Fertilizer Go? Understanding Its Journey in the Soil
As the growing season gets underway in Sampson County, many farmers are applying fertilizers to help their crops reach …
Fields of Opportunity: Starting the Growing Season Right
Spring means a lot of things to a lot of people. For farmers in Sampson County, it means it’s …
Early Season Considerations
Planting time is right around the corner for spring planted crops here in Sampson County. A lot of decisions …
Maximizing Wheat Yields With Proper Nitrogen Management
Nitrogen management is a critical factor in achieving optimal wheat yields. Normally the winter months bring a bit more …
Excellent Opportunity for Pesticide Credits
Due to Helene’s effects in Western NC, NCDA&CS has extended the deadline to receive pesticide credits to Dec. 20, …
Thinking Ahead
This time of year is the time to make decisions about the future for farmers here in Sampson County. …
Considerations for Harvest
Harvest time has arrived here in Sampson County. Tobacco is in the barn or will be shortly and corn …
When Will It End?
Farmers in Sampson County have been through a lot this year. The growing season started off pretty good, then …