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The Importance of Soil Sampling

Soil is the foundation of every successful garden, lawn, pasture and field crop. Building a strong foundation requires a …

The Evolution of Corn Mazes

With the summer heat slowly leaving us for a cool fall breeze some fall traditions are making their way …

Wind and Rain Damage in Crops

Tropical storms and hurricanes can obviously bring large amounts of rain and strong wind gusts. When we think of …

Cover photo for Sign-Up for Ag Week Events!

Sign-Up for Ag Week Events!

Register to attend one or several of the events for our third annual Ag. Week. Our theme this year is “Farm …

Looking Locally at the Ag Census

In my last article, I discussed the new United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Census of Agriculture that was released …

The Growing Tobacco Transplant

Tobacco trays have been seeded and the young transplants have emerged in their tray cells as small but strong …

Cover photo for Grower-Buyer Event Coming April 3rd!

Grower-Buyer Event Coming April 3rd!

Are you a business, organization, or institution looking to source local foods for your store, employees, clients or students? …

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Nutrient Removal by Crops in North Carolina

This publication discusses nutrient removal by crops, which is useful in comparing the nutrient demands …

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Precision Agriculture Technology: How to Become a Commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Pilot

This publication discusses flying unmanned aerial vehicles (drones, model aircraft) for commercial purposes. You'll learn …

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Southern Regional Strawberry Plasticulture Production Guide

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of strawberry production in the Southeastern United States. It …

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Enhancing Animal Welfare and Productivity Through Silvopasture Management

This publication reviews research on silvopasture systems in Virginia and North Carolina, showing how combining …

1 week ago

Managing Drought on Nursery Crops

Drought has always caused nursery crop producers great concern. If irrigation water becomes limiting, growers …

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This factsheet offers information on the identification and management of various flatworms that may be …

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Public Cost-Incentive Programs for Conservation Practices

This factsheet describes public programs designed to reduce barriers for growers wanting to implement practices …

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Winterizing the Herb Garden

If treated properly, many herb plants will survive in the garden for a number of …