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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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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…

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Raised Bed Gardening: A Simple Way to Grow Smarter, Not Harder

Have you noticed your garden not yielding like it used to? Struggling with pest issues or tired of wrestling with clay soil? If so, it might be time to try something different this year—raised bed…

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Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program & RSVP

Applications are now open for Hurricane Helene Relief. This is for nursery crops, fruit-bearing trees and bushes, and specialty crops. Sam Marshall, Area Specialized Agent, NCSU & Caldwell County…

Field day flier with nursery trees and info about event

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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Mountain Horticulture Field Day 2024

Join us on Thursday, August 15th, 2024 at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center for the Mtn. Hort. Field Day 2024 as we celebrate 75 years of Research & Extension in western…

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Mushrooms Add Rich Flavor Along With Health Benefits to Meals

While there are many varieties of edible mushrooms, 90% consumed in the U.S. are white button mushrooms. They’re readily available and have a mild flavor. A more mature version of the white button…

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Grow Together: A Community Outreach Event

Join the Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Caldwell County for a dynamic community outreach event! This event is part of the Learn. Grow. Share. series that will be held out at Unity Park and…

View of the Caldwell County Agriculture Fair at Night

Prepare for Fair Fun 2023

Caldwell County 4-H and the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Caldwell County Center encourages youth and families to participate in the 2023 Caldwell Agriculture Fair, which is set for September 27th -…

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Blueberry Pruning Field Day!

Join us for a hands-on pruning workshop led by NC State Blueberry Specialist, Bill Cline! Call 828-632-4451 to register. Training will be at Campbells Berry Farm at 27 Tracy Bolick Lane in Hickory.