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 …
Agriculture & Food
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Round Robin Showmanship Invitational
Bob & Rose Swain 4-H Endowment Round Robin Showmanship Invitational NC State Beef Unit Sunday, October 28, 2018, 1:00 p.m. We have a …
2018 NC State Fair & Southeastern Regional Livestock Judging & Skillathon Contests
Southeastern Regional Livestock Judging & Skillathon Contest Information Southeastern Regional Livestock Judging & Skillathon Entry Form NC State Fair Livestock Judging …
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 …
2018 State 4-H Livestock Contest Results
We would like to thank everyone that participated in the 2018 NC State 4-H Livestock Events. We would also …
Alfalfa-Bermudagrass Hayfield Conference
WHERE: Harnett County Commons Area, 309 W. Harnett Cornelius Blvd. Lillington, NC 27546 WHEN: August 23, 2018, 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. DETAILS: This conference will …
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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The Cherokee County Center publishes an electronic newsletter each month. Learn about the educational classes and workshops conducted each …
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 …
West District 4-H 3-Day Horsemanship Clinic
The West District 4-H Horsemanship Clinic will be held at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher, NC on Monday …
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