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Nightshade Vegetables

Plant families and taxonomy is an everchanging dynamic science. As we study and learn more about each vegetable, fruit, …

Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program info flyer

Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program

Applications for the Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program are being accepted by NCDA&CS now through May 4, 2025. Any Producer …

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Understanding Lime and Fertilizer

When lime and fertilizers are applied to soils, the onset of many chemical reactions takes place. Some occur instantly …

Small Fruit Plant Sale flyer

Small Fruit Plant Sale 2025

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Burke County Center is currently holding its annual Small Fruit Plant Sale, now through March 3rd. …

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Soil Sample Fees Waived in Western NC

Through special state funding, the Agronomic Division of NCDA&CS is waiving all predictive and diagnostic laboratory fees (soil testing, plant tissue …

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Growing Kale

Kale is a common leafy green that has seen rise in recent media and nutrition needs. Kale is high …

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Stream Bank Repair

As recovery from Hurricane Helene continues, landowners may be thinking about taking necessary steps to re-establish effective streamside buffers …

Pumpkin Decorating Contest flyer

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Pumpkins can be carved, painted or decorated (Inappropriate designs will be rejected) Three Age Categories: Adult (19+) Senior (13-18) Junior (5-12) One winner …

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NC Cattle Industry Referendum

NORTH CAROLINA CATTLE INDUSTRY ASSESSMENT REFERENDUM VOTE SET FOR OCTOBER 30, 2024 The North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association (NCCA) has announced that …

Recent Publications related to Agriculture & Food

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Anthracnose Fruit Rot (Ripe Rot) of Blueberries

This publication discusses Anthracnose Fruit Rot (Colletotrichum sp.) of blueberries in detail. Included are the …

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Soil Sampling Strategies for Site-Specific Field Management

This factsheet for farmers describes concepts, terminology, and guidelines concerning soil sampling. Proper testing allows …

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Starter Phosphorus Fertilizer and Additives in North Carolina Soils: Use, Placement, and Plant Response

Phosphorus (P) is the second most important nutrient in crop production but is often found …

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Stubby-Root Nematode of Soybean

This factsheet summarizes the symptoms and management of stubby-root nematodes in soybean in North Carolina.

Lance Nematode of Soybean

Lance nematode is not a common problem of soybeans, but can cause local damages in …

Reniform Nematode of Soybean

The reniform nematode is not a common nematode pressure for soybean growers in North Carolina, …

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Aerial Web Blight

This soybean disease factsheet covers aerial web blight, a generally minor disease of soybean in …

Bacterial Blight of Soybean

This factsheet discusses bacterial blight of soybean in North Carolina.