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4-H Photography & Art Contest 2018
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Household Hazardous Waste Day
When: Saturday, November 3, 2018 Time: 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Where: Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center Address: 1801 Nash Street Who: All …
Flood Damage to Forest Stands
The flooding that has resulted from Hurricane Florence in much of North Carolina may have significant impact on forested …
Pond Clinic
Have a pond? Want to learn more about it? Then do we have an opportunity for you! North Carolina Cooperative …
Sandhills Farm to Table Cooperative
Sandhills Farm to Table Cooperative is entering its 9th year supporting Sandhills farmers in Lee, Moore and Cumberland counties. …
12th Annual NC Agritourism Farm Tour and Conference - February 12-13, 2018 - Winston Salem, NC
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Farm-City Week
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LONGLEAF PINE RESOURCES FOR PRIVATE LANDOWNERS LEARN ABOUT: Enrolling your land in Present Use Value Enrolling your land as a Voluntary …
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Sanford Farmers' Market at the McSwain Center
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Sandhills Farm to Table Returns in April
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A New Step for Community Wellness
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Youth in Agriculture, Past and Present
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