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Brown Patch of Fescue

While fescue is one of the best-adapted grasses to this area, it is not entirely problem-free. Hot, humid conditions …

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Bradford Pear Bounty

It’s that time of the year again. Round trees with white blossoms dot the landscape of North Carolina. Bradford …

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Forest Landowner Workshop

FREE FOREST LANDOWNER WORKSHOP IN BURKE COUNTY TO BE HELD SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 2023 Non-profit EcoForesters is holding a free …

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Apply for 2023 Summer Intern Position

North Carolina Cooperative Extension – Burke County Center will have a summer internship position available for 2023. The intern …

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Growing Blueberries in Western NC

Because of the climate and soil conditions in Western North Carolina, highbush varieties should be used as often as …

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Introduction to Beekeeping 2023

The Burke County Beekeepers Association is holding the 2023 Bee School on February 11th & 18th from 8:00 – …

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Small Fruit Plant Sale 2023

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

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Hammerhead Worms Invade Burke County

For the past couple of weeks the Extension Office has received numerous calls about the hammerhead worm (Bipalium kewense). …

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Millions of Millipedes!

It’s hot outside. We’ve also had abundant rainfall which has left us with saturated soils throughout the area. These …

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