WNC Area Beef Conference
The 2018 WNC Area Beef Conference is scheduled for December 7, 2018, from 1–5 p.m. at the WNC Regional …
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Nance Family Meat Goat Leadership Institute
The Billy Nance Family 4-H Meat Goat Leadership Institute has been established through an endowment given by Mr. and …
2019 NC Junior Hereford Association Judging in January
2019 Judging in January When: January 26, 2019 Where: NC State University Beef Educational Unit For more information contact: Brent Jennings Office: 919-515-4467 Email: …
2018 NC State Fair & Southeastern Regional Contest Results
Thanks to everyone for participating in another great event! NC State Fair Livestock Judging & Skillathon Contest Results Southeastern Regional Livestock …
Guidance for Industry: Evaluating the Safety of Flood-Affected Food Crops for Human Consumption
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided guidance for situations under which farms may be affected by flooding …
Howard Brown of Andrews Named 2018 NC Farmer of the Year!
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cherokee County Center would like to congratulate Howard Brown of Andrews, North Carolina for being selected …
Don’t Miss the 18th Annual Nursery Field Day!
The Nursery Field Day features the latest ornamental plant production research from around the region. This year’s program includes …
FFA Club Garden
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Cherokee County is helping the Murphy Middle School FFA club start a market garden to be …
Tri-County Beef Cattle Program
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Cherokee and Graham Counties are offering a program for local cattle producers. Assistant Professor and Extension …
Steak and Potatoes Field Day Returns August 7
Everyone interested in Plateau-based agricultural enterprises is invited to attend the annual Steak and Potatoes Field Day sponsored by …
Backyard Milk Goats Seminar
I bet you have always dreamed of raising your own goats. The Community Council of the Georgia Mountain Research …
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WNC AgOptions Announces 2018 Awardees
Diversifying farmers in western North Carolina are receiving support to offset the risk of expanding and trying new ventures. …
Poultry Behavior and How to "Read" a Flock
A great prerecorded webinar for new or experienced small flock owners. A discussion will be held on how …
Growing Farmers to Feed Our Future
Learn How N.C. Cooperative Extension is growing farmers for the future on. To learn about careers in Agriculture contact …
How Much Fertilizer Do I Need on My Lawn
To determine the amount of fertilizer on the lawn you need to determine the area. To learn how to …
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