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2026 Forage and Livestock Webinar Series

The NC State Forage and Grassland Management Program has announced the schedule for the 2026 Forage and Livestock Annual Webinar Series. This educational series is designed to provide practical tools…

Several cows in a pasture looking directly at the viewer, with a white cow in the center.

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This is a photograph of a NC State Extension Specialist Providing Research Based information about beef cattle production at a field day.

Elevate Your Operation: 2026 NC Beef System Field Day Heads to the Mountains

Are you looking to sharpen your competitive edge in the beef industry? This summer, the NC Beef System Field Day is heading to the scenic mountains of Waynesville for a day dedicated to the future of…

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Pesticide Safety Classes Scheduled

Below are the Pesticide Safety classes for 2026. Click on each date to register for the class.Saturday, May 16 at 9 a.m.-11 p.m.- Pesticide Safety V Training. The topics will include NCDA@CS Private…

Water Under The Bridge

Be a Weather Watcher With the CoCoRaHS Network

Have you ever wondered why the local weather report says it rained an inch, but your garden still looks thirsty? Or why a sudden downpour flooded your street while your neighbor two blocks away…

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Agriculture Agent Assistance Can Be Requested Online

If you are a citizen of Cherokee County and have questions about farming, gardening and other type information, assistance can be requested online thru Agent Assist. Plant disease, insects, and weed…

Pesticide Education

Pesticide Class Schedule Can Be Searched Online

Keeping your certification up to date is now easier and more flexible than ever. Through the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Science (NCD&CS) and the North Carolina…

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Resources for Homeowners, Landowners, and Gardeners on Soil Sampling

Soil Sampling is an important tool for homeowners and gardeners. Farmers have been relying on this information for many years to be successful in growing crops, pasture, and tree farms. Below is some…

Area Farmers Markets

Support Our Local Farmers Markets

Support Our Local Farmers Markets: Fresh Produce, Community Spirit, and New Opportunities!Murphy, NC – As the vibrant summer season unfolds, there's no better time to celebrate and support our local…