Pesticide Disposal and Household Hazardous Waste Day in Lee County
Sometimes farming is given a bad reputation due to pesticides. We hear statistics about how many pesticides are used, …
Field Crops
Migrant Housing Internet Connectivity Project
The North Carolina Agromedicine Institute is happy to announce its partnership with the NC Farmworker Health Program on the …
Private Applicator v Training
As of now, no V credits or any other pesticide credits can be offered in person due to the …
Coronavirus COVID-19 Resources
Resources to assist you during the Coronavirus COVID-19: Website: NC State University COVID-19 Resources Description: The following resources provide best practices for preparing …
McSwain Center Policies and Procedures
The McSwain Extension Education and Agriculture Center is available. Lee County Farm Bureau Auditorium Contact us for: Policies and Procedures / Facility …
Sharing the Road With Farm Equipment
Here in Lee County, agriculture is big business, and it is time for that business to get going. Tobacco …
Out With the Old!
We may think of spring as the time for cleaning, but right now is the time to find some …
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