NC Christmas Trees
North Carolina Christmas trees are known around the world as trees from North Carolina are sent to multiple countries …
Jared Butler
Extension Agent, Agriculture - Field Crops, Livestock Lee County Centerjsbutle3@ncsu.eduStreet Address: 2420 Tramway Rd
Sanford, NC 27332
Sanford, NC 27332
Mailing Address: 2420 Tramway Rd
Sanford, NC 27332
Sanford, NC 27332
Job Description Working to get research-based information to growers in Lee County. I assist row crop producers and livestock producers in finding solutions to issues that are in the field. I also educate Lee County residents on pond weed management as well as pesticide education.
Recent Posts by Jared Butler
Splitting Up Your Fertilizer Application Can Save You Money
With the rising cost of fertilizer and other chemicals used in pastures, fields, lawns and other outdoor spaces you …
Weeds Under Water
What do you consider a weed? Often our first thought goes to the dandelion in the lawn, grasses in …
Raising Backyard Poultry
Backyard poultry has become a popular hobby across our area in recent years. For some, one or two chickens …
Grass Carps Impact on Your Pond
Triploid grass carp can be a beneficial tool when attempting to control persistent pond weeds. Depending on the type …
Becoming a Pesticide Applicator in NC
To receive payment for spraying pesticides on someone else’s property or to apply restricted use pesticides on your own …
Field Crops Weather Update
As we go through May it is time to think about timely rain events and productive growing temperatures. The …
Fire Ant Control in Pasture
Red Imported Fire Ants are a nuisance in gardens, lawns and pastures. Fire ants are native to Brazil and …