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How to Manage Dogfennel

Published - June 5, 2026 Read
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Connect the Plots: Celebrating Pollinators in Lee County with Yard Certifications

Published - June 2, 2026 Read
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What is Annual Knawel?

Published - May 26, 2026 Read
4-H Youth Development
Family and Consumer Sciences
Lee McSwain Policies and Procedures

Learn how reserve the McSwain Center for meetings and events
Pollinator Haven Garden

Learn about the Garden, how to visit and how to get involved
Gardening and Lawns in Lee County

Learn how to take care of your garden and lawn in Lee County

Lee County Cooperative Extension Monthly Newsletter

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June Extension Newsletter - Lee County Center

News From Lee County Center

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Why You Should Remove Fruit From Your Fruit Trees

Published - May 26, 2026

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Who’s dusting my crape myrtles? Powdery mildew!

Published - May 20, 2026

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What is Small’s Ragwort?

Published - May 19, 2026

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May All Your Weeds Be Wildflowers

Published - May 12, 2026

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How to Manage White Clover

Published - May 11, 2026

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Don’t Let the Grubs Bug You: A Guide to Healthy Turf

Published - May 5, 2026

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Snapshot to Science: Navigating the World of Plant ID Apps

Published - April 28, 2026

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Managing Pastures During a Drought

Published - April 27, 2026

All News From Lee County Center

Upcoming Events

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4-H Horticulture Science Camp Tuesday | Jun 23 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
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4-H & STEAM Program - Bacteria Studies Tuesday | Jun 23 | 4:30 PM — 6:00 PM Lee County Libraries, Sanford Branch
4-H Horticulture Science Camp Wednesday | Jun 24 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
NextGen Robotics 4-H Club Wednesday | Jun 24 | 4:30 PM — 6:00 PM
4-H Horticulture Science Camp Thursday | Jun 25 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
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News From NC State Extension

State Contest Winners
NC 4-H Livestock State Contest Info 2026

Published - June 23, 2026

From: Youth Livestock Program
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June Happenings in the NC Alt Crops & Organics Program!

Published - June 23, 2026

From: New Crops & Organics
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Should Sidedress Nitrogen Rates Be Adjusted During Drought?

Published - June 23, 2026

From: Soil Fertility
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Coming Soon, Field Day 2026 Registration

Published - June 22, 2026

From: TurfFiles
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Your Land, Your Legacy Meeting in Haywood County

Published - June 22, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
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Center Update: Organic Matter Measurement and Management on Sand-Based Putting Greens

Published - June 17, 2026

From: TurfFiles
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Register NOW for TH3: Accommodating Diverse Populations!

Published - June 17, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
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Midweek with Therapeutic Horticulture

Published - June 16, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
Phytophthora crown rot on pepper
Veggie disease update, 6/15

Published - June 12, 2026

From: Vegetable Production
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Franklin County Five-County Beef Tour Features Grassland Partnership Participants

Published - June 10, 2026

From: Forages
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