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Relief Funds for Farmers

​ Carolina Farm Stewardship Association posted an article about COVID-19 Relief Funds Available to Farmers Starting April 3. Click …

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Double Gold Raspberry

The blackberry is the king of the brambles, the thorny legend of which blackberry pies are made. However, let’s …

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Let's Grow Some Elderberries!

Wild elderberries are a common sight in Burke County and can often be seen growing along roads and ditches. …

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Understanding Lime Application

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

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Millipede or Centipede?

Hot Weather Visitors Hot weather brings a variety of problems to the homeowner and gardener and one of these problems …

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Wilted Crops After Torrential Rain

Calls have been “flooding” the Extension office following last week’s torrential rainfall. The questions are always the same, “what’s …

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Interesting Facts About Tomatoes

Tomato Series – Article Two Tomatoes are an interesting crop. Folks used to think they were poisonous-can you imagine that? …

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How to Grow the Perfect Tomato

Tomato Series – Article One Tomatoes are America’s favorite crop-especially in the South. Neighbors who barely speak to each other …

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