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Soil Sample Fees Waived in Western NC

Through special state funding, the Agronomic Division of NCDA&CS; is waivingall predictive and diagnostic laboratory fees (soil testing, planttissue analysis, nematode assay, waste & compost…

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Burke County Extension Master Gardeners Donate to Hurricane Relief

Burke County’s Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association (EMGVA) made donations in October to support the relief efforts in hurricane damaged Western North Carolina. The Association used funds…

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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 in vitamins and minerals with the added benefit of lower calories. Kale usually has a slightly bitter…

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Chainsaw Safety

As we get back to normal and begin cleaning up the after effects of Hurricane Helene, we need to ensure that we are being safe. Chainsaws are a powerful tool and we need to know some chainsaw basics…

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Garlic: the Flavorful Superhero for Your Garden and Kitchen

Garlic, an herb in the onion family, has been celebrated for over 5,000 years for itsmedicinal and culinary uses. Originating in Asia, this ancient plant has made its way into kitchens and medicine…

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Erosion Control for the Homeowner

Living here in Burke County is truly a blessing with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains at almost every viewpoint. While some enjoy a fairly flat landscape, some struggle with steeper slopes and…

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Celebrating National Farmers Market Week

National Farmers Market Week, celebrated annually during the first full week of August, shines a spotlight on the crucial role farmers markets play in communities across the nation. This event…

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Cedar Quince Rust

Cedar-quince rust is a fungal infection that operates with two host plants. The Primary hosts of this fungus are typically evergreens like Junipers and Cedars. The Alternate hosts are found among…

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National Pest Alert for Yellow-Legged Hornet

Adult yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) were confirmed in Georgia and South Carolina for the first time in 2023. While this hornet is native to tropical and subtropical areas of Southeast Asia,…

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Mow Frequently - Mow High

Wow! How fast a year goes! It’s time to get back on the mower again. The abundant rainfall has been wonderful for our thirsty lawns, but remember not to mow the lawn when wet. You will bog down the…