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McDowell County Center
Cattle Grazing on Lush Green Grass in a Pasture Behind a Temporary Fence.

Preparing Pastures for Fall While Managing Input Costs

As summer begins to wind down, livestock producers across Western North Carolina should be thinking ahead about fall and winter forage needs. The transition from warm-season summer growth to…

McDowell County Center
Round bale in hay field with evening sun setting.

Looking For Hay? Try NC Hay Finder

Finding a reliable source of hay can become a major challenge for livestock producers, especially during periods of drought, winter shortages, or after unexpected weather events. To help connect…

McDowell County Center
cows in a pasture

Fall Farm Preparation

As August winds down, many farmers and producers are entering an important transition period. Hot temperatures, variable rainfall, declining pasture quality, and the approach of fall all require…

Stokes County Center
baling wool at the wool pool

2026 Wool Pool

The New River Valley Sheep Producers are planning to hold a Wool Pool on August 11th & 12th at Bottomley’s Warehouse located on Route 21 @ 10278 Elk Creek Pkwy, Elk Creek, VA 24326 from 8 to 5.…

Hoke County Center
Herd of cows staring

July Livestock Newsletter 2026

Whether you’re new to livestock or have years of experience, staying informed can help you improve animal health, management, and daily operations. Our livestock newsletter shares practical tips,…

Robeson County Center
Three white goats peering through horizontal wooden fence rails

Hands-On FAMACHA Training for Sheep and Goat Producers

Tuesday, July 28, 20263:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.O.P. Owens Agriculture Center455 Caton Road, Lumberton, NCThe FAMACHA system is a parasite control method for controlling haemonchus contortus (barber pole…

Hoke County Center
A white goat behind a fence.

May Livestock Newsletter

Whether you’re new to livestock or have years of experience, staying informed can help you improve animal health, management, and daily operations. Our livestock newsletter shares practical tips,…

Cabarrus County Center
Cattle grazing on lush pasture

Grass Tetany in Cattle and Small Ruminants

As spring pastures begin to green up, producers should be aware of the risk of grass tetany, also known as “grass staggers.” While most commonly associated with cattle, this condition can also affect…

Johnston County Center
The lamb is standing in a field with purple flowers.

Livestock Newsletters

Harnett County Center
A white goat behind a fence.

Harnett County Livestock Meeting

Sericea Lespedeza makes excellent hay and forage! The tannins in the hay and forage are also known to reduce internal parasite levels in sheep and goats. One hour of N,O,D&X pesticide credits.…