New Neighbors: Spotted Lanternfly in Rockingham County
Rockingham County just got an unwelcome new resident — spotted lanternfly (SLF). This isn’t just any insect; it’s an …
4-H Youth Test Their Wildlife Knowledge
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, 56 4-H youth gathered at Jones Lake State Park in Bladen County for the …
DAY CAMP is Back at BJP! June 16 - 20, 2025 $250/Camper
We’re bringing it back! DAY CAMP at Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center June 16 – 20, 2025 $250/Camper Learn more and register: https://www.bjpenn4h.org/summer-camp/day-camp/ DAY CAMP …
Growing Degree Day Calculator Displays a Very Warm April and Other Spring Updates
*update as of April 1, 2025: active EHS crawlers found in fields in Upper Mountain Research Station, Avery County, …
Back With a Buzz: Brood XIV Cicadas Emerge in Western NC
This spring, residents of western North Carolina are witnessing a remarkable natural event: the emergence of Brood XIV, one …
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
A Toolbox of Coping Techniques Mental health is a continuum that everyone moves on throughout our lives, and just like …
Pet Ownership
National Pet Day is April 11, 2023 Did you know an estimated 68% of U.S. households have a pet? There is …
Rotational Grazing
Abundant forage growth is wonderful to see in pastures. Following basic recommendations like fertilizing according to soil test results, …
Helping Children Bloom
Parents are continually encouraged to read aloud to their children from birth. Learning and development happens in the home …
March Is Living Well Month!
March is Living Well Month and a great time to get on the right path. Taking charge of your …
Getting the Most From Pastures
Livestock producers, be it cattle, horses, sheep, or goats, should think of themselves as forage producers as well. Increasing …
Chia Seeds - Super Food
Chia seeds are among the richest plant sources of the ALA omega-3 fatty acid which has been linked to …