Get Ready for the 78th Annual McDowell Junior Livestock Show!
The much-anticipated 78th Annual McDowell Junior Livestock Show is just around the corner, promising a fun and educational experience …
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How to Keep Your Livestock Cool in the Summer Heat
As summer temperatures rise, it’s crucial to ensure your livestock stays cool and comfortable to maintain their health and …
McDowell County: Meet Summer Intern Jocelyn
We are excited to introduce our newest addition to the N.C. Cooperative Extension McDowell County team, our summer intern …
Summer Planning for Sheep & Goat Producers
As the summer months approach, sheep and goat producers need to take proactive steps to ensure the health, productivity, …
Strategies for Efficient Nutrient Management and Forage Selection
Spring has arrived it is time for that lush green grass to start growing in your pastures/fields. Some of you may …
Backyard Poultry Webinar
Interested in learning the basics of backyard poultry production? Or want to increase your poultry knowledge? If so this …
Mastering Small Ruminant Care: A Comprehensive Workshop
Is this your first time purchasing sheep and goats? Do you have questions about raising sheep or goats? Want …
Let's Talk About Grass
As winter winds down it’s time to start thinking about spring and summer forages for your livestock. You may …
2024 Kathy Norman Memorial Junior Horse Show
It is that time of year again! The Youth Foundation will be hosting the 2024 Kathy Norman Memorial Junior …
2024 NC Forage & Grassland Council Winter Conference
The NC Forage & Grassland Council Winter Conference will meet Thursday February 22, 2024 at the Hickory Metro Convention …
NC Small Ruminant Winter Webinar Series
Mark your calendars! Registration is open for the 2023-2024 Winter Webinar Series! These webinars will include panel discussions by …
Register Now for McDowell Honeybee Beginner Beekeeping Course!
Free Four Day Beginning Beekeeping Course 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday, February 3, 10 and 17, 2023 Field day TBD Do you …