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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 …

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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 …

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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? …

Backyard Poultry Winter Care

As we have another chilly week here are a few pointers to make sure your backyard flock is staying …

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Lee County Muscadine Pruning 2024

N.C. Cooperative Extension – Lee County Center is excited to partner with local muscadine grower, AK Griffin, in Broadway …

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North Carolina Soybean Production Guide

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Water Management in North Carolina Soybean Production

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Chapter 3. Choice of Varieties

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Good Agricultural Practices Fresh Produce Safety Plan for Field Practices

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