Our Crop and Plant Production program is the primary educational resource for the county's commercial agricultural growers. We deliver cutting-edge, research-based information on best management practices to help you increase yields, improve crop quality, and sustain farm viability. Our expertise spans field crops, horticulture, pest management, soil fertility, and irrigation, ensuring our local producers remain competitive and productive.
The website that has all your laboratory results, account information, online sample submission, online payments, turnaround time estimator, and barcode tracking creation.
Sign in to Your PALS Account HereExplore research-based information specific to North Carolina greenhouse, nursery, and turf production from the Commercial Horticulture topic site.
Read Commercial Horticulture Publications HereDiscover research-based information specific to North Carolina field crop production from the Field Crops topic site.
See Field Crop Publications HereExtension agents and growers can find research-based information specific to North Carolina vegetable production from the Vegetables topic site.
Visit the Vegetables WebsiteBecause of the high economic value of NC crops insect management and control is of upmost importance. The Entomology website offers the latest news and information related to pest management.
Visit the Entomology WebsiteNorth Carolina’s fresh produce safety efforts minimize food safety risks and enhances the economic competitiveness of North Carolina’s fresh produce industry.
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