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2026 Pesticide Safety School in Lenoir, NC

The spring 2026 Pesticide Safety Schools are for those seeking initial licensing in one or more pesticide subcategories. To register for a Pesticide Safety School,please go online. LENOIR, NC – APRIL…

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2026 NC State Extension Spray Drone Fly-In

The information being presented at this event is for participants that are currently making aerial applications. The NC State Extension Spray Drone Fly-In is an all day educational event designed for…

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Beef Is Big in the United States

The US produces more beef, exports more beef, and consumes more beef than any other country in the world. In 2024, US farmers sold $112 billion worth of cattle. This put more dollars into farmers’…

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Winter Hay Feeding: Efficient Strategies to Avoid Mud and Maximize Fertility

Winter hay feeding season is just around the corner for livestock farmers. As pasture growth slows, animals need supplemental nutrients to maintain their weight. Some farmers have a specific site…

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Managing Fire Ants With Bait: A Guide for Homeowners and Farmers

No one likes fire ants, but there are effective ways to manage them. One of the easiest ways to control them is with fire ant bait.Fire ant bait is a clever weapon because it is poison disguised as…

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Backyard Poultry Growers' Protect Your Flock From Avian Influenza

If you're raising chickens or other poultry in your backyard in North Carolina, vigilance against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is crucial. HPAI, especially H5N1, is highly contagious and…

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Simple Fence Wire Repair Using a Pulley and Cords

For those building high tensile wire fence or repairing high tensile fence wire, I have a simple wire stretching technique for you to try. It is literally just two small cords, a pulley, and some…

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23rd Annual Nursery Field Day-2024

Registration is open for the 23rd Annual Nursery Field Day. It will be held Friday, September 20th, 2024 from 8a-3:30p at Hard & Flossie Clark Family Park in Collettsville. Talks will cover a…

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Anyone Need a Barn Cat?- NO Adoption Fee!

Caldwell County Animal Care Enforcement has 6 barn cats who are looking for new homes.Do you have a farm or a barn? Please consider making room for a barn cat! NO Adoption Fee!These cats are…

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Q&A With Seth Nagy- EEE, Grass ID, and Farm Leases

Several interesting questions came into the Caldwell Extension Center this week. I’d like to share three of the questions with you. I hope you find these questions and answers helpful.Question: What…