What Is Small Farms Week About?
Small Farms Week is an annual event in March that showcases the programs and activities offered by N.C. Cooperative …
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Container Gardening - Now More Popular Than Ever
Container gardening is more popular than ever. Edibles can be grown in containers in a variety of outdoor spaces. …
Spring Extension Gardener Classes - Growing Small Fruits in Franklin
Join N.C. Cooperative Extension for the Spring Extension Gardener Class Series, Growing Small Fruits in Franklin. Classes will be taught …
What Is Pruning?
Pruning is the removal of plant parts to improve form and growth of plants. The reasons for pruning include: …
How to Care for Your Christmas Tree
Tis the season to be jolly and to take care of your Christmas tree. Now that you are surely …
Holiday Houseplants
Houseplants are wonderful gifts during any season to give as they provide beautiful colors indoors and many can be …
Fall Gardening Tips
Fall Gardening Tips The following are questions that are often asked during the year. When can I prune my azaleas? If …
Governor's Volunteer Service Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award. The awards program, created by the Office of …
Landscape Professionals December Credit Class
Please join us as we welcome Dr. Joe Neal, Professor of Weed Science and Extension Specialist, Department of Horticultural …
Growing Muscadine Grapes in the Home Garden
Muscadine grapes are well adapted to the Piedmont and Coastal Plain of NC, where temperatures rarely fall below 10 …
Franklin County Enduring Farmer Award
The 2025 Franklin County Enduring Farmer Award is sponsored by the Franklin County Agricultural Advisory Board. The Award was approved …
Pet Owners Cautioned Against Feeding B&B Pet Food Products
Pet owners cautioned against feeding B&B pet food products due to animal food safety concerns RALEIGH – Agriculture Commissioner Steve …