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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…

Red flyer with info about Fly-In. Has 3 pics of drones.

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…

fire ant mound behind a concrete curb

Your Questions, Answered by Extension!

I would like to share several questions received at the Caldwell Extension Center this week, along with their respective answers, which I believe will be of interest to readers.Q: How can I control…

tree of heaven leaves

The Invasive Duo: Spotted Lanternfly and Tree-of-Heaven

By now, you’ve likely heard that spotted lanternfly (SLF) has been found in Caldwell County, but what comes next might surprise you. While this invasive insect is known for damaging vineyards, fruit…

Join the lookout for spotted lanternfly — Early nymph Apr–Jun; Late nymph Jun–Sep; Adult Jul–Dec

NCDA&CS Finds Spotted Lanternfly in Caldwell County

RALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has confirmed an established presence of the invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in Caldwell County. Initial…

red mound beside a concrete pole holder

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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2025 Foothills Winter Landscapers Meeting- Sign Up Now!

The 2025 Foothills Winter Landscapers Meeting on Thursday, January 23, at the J.E. Broyhill Center offers a full day of education and networking for landscape professionals.Sessions cover tree and…

weeds in a pond

Fire Ants, Melons and Fish, Oh My

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

A 17-year cicada (Brood VI; Magicicada septendecim) Credit: Matt Bertone

Emerging Cicadas: A Buzzing Phenomenon

This year has been quite eventful already, and it's about to get even more interesting with the anticipated emergence of certain periodical cicadas! Two different groups of cicadas are set to emerge…

cone shaped holes in grass

Skunks: A Brief Overview for Homeowners

Have you been smelling skunks more often than usual lately? As spring approaches, homeowners may notice increased skunk activity as they enter their mating season, which starts in February and can…