We’ve Made an Exciting Discovery in Our NC State University Research Truffle Orchard!
Petra Vasilik and her trained truffle dog, Rosi, searching for truffles in the research truffle orchard on a research …
Voluntary Agricultural Districts: New Model Ordinance May Require Adoption
Due to several inclusions of the word “shall” in recent N.C. statutory updates concerning Voluntary Agricultural Districts (VADs), counties …
2026 Horticulture Camp Applications Are Open!
Do you have a passion for plants and a curiosity for science? If you could imagine yourself spending a week …
Spring 2026 (January-June) Pesticide Safety Schools
The spring 2026 Pesticide Safety Schools are for those seeking initial licensing in one or more pesticide subcategories. To register for …
Cotton Jassid: Insights From Other Regions on a New Pest
The cotton jassid, also known as the two-spot cotton leafhopper, emerged as a new insect pest of cotton in …
Forest and Rangeland Tax Conference: Duke University August 4-5 (Abstracts Due March 31)
The first Forest and Rangeland Tax Conference organized by the US Forest Service and collaborators will be held at …
2026 Southeastern Winter Apple School Postponed!
Photo credit: Hudson New, NCSU-MHCREC Due to the double whammy of winter weather over the past two weekends in Western …
Help From Above: NC State Extension Puts Drones to Work for Farms
Seth Nagy fills several important roles within NC State Extension. He is director of the N.C. Cooperative Extension Center …
Meet the Superhero Farm Robots in Training
[View the original story by Robin Ann Smith at N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative News.] In the Marvel Comics universe, Thor …
Lumberton Soybean School Postponed
The Lumberton Soybean school on Feb. 3rd, 2026, is postponed, and the rescheduled date is to be determined. Please …
2026 North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association Annual Conference
We are excited to share the agenda for the 2026 North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association Annual Conference taking place in …
Holiday Tree Alternatives
Tree Alternatives for the Holidays! Smaller alternatives to the traditional tree, Poinsettias are another classic holiday plant. Upsize from one or two …