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Farmers discussing in a field; text: "NC Farm School 2024" and "Apply now for Spring of 2024"

NC Farm School Is Coming in 2024!

Are you thinking about starting a farm and have land, but not sure where to start? Are you already farming but want more expertise on the business side? Or are you interested in trying a new idea to…

Integrated Pest & Pollinator Management workshop, Dec 2 2023 10AM–3PM, $20 with lunch

It's an Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management Deep Dive!

Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management Deep Dive WorkshopWorkshop DetailsDate: Saturday, December 2ndTime: 10am-3pmLocation: McSwain Extension Education and Agriculture CenterRegistration cost per…

Learn more about our upcoming workshop for current and aspiring farmers on marketing!

Upcoming Workshop: Marketing for Farmers

Workshop DetailsDate: November 8thTime: 4 - 6 pmLocation: N.C. Cooperative Extension - Lee County Center McSwain Center Extension Education and Agriculture Center2420 Tramway Road, Sanford NC For…

Ragweed growing in a field.

Ragweed and Allergies

One weed that is a nuisance in a row crop field as well as those with allergies is Ragweed. Ambrosia artemisiifolia is in the Asteraceae family and emerges in the spring. It has lobed leaves and can…

All Credit Pesticide Course Graphic for June 2023

All-Credit Pesticide Class

Join N.C. Cooperative Extension, Lee County Center staff for 2 credits of A, B, D, G, H, I, K, L, M, N, O, T, and X! No registration required! Do you need pesticide credits? Search here. There are SO…

Red Sorrel, Lee County NC

Weed Identification – Red Sorrel

Rumex acetosella Red Sorrel is a weed that is easily recognized by its spade like leaves and small red flowers (Pictured below). It can be found in lawns as well as fields and pastures. It is an…

Two young farmers in a field of collards and information on our new Small Farm Boot Camp program being offered this winter with a link to the interest survey.

Register Now: Regional Small Farm Bootcamp Program

If interested in participating in this program, visit our page for New and Beginning Farmers in Lee County to get registered! Are you interested in farming and want to take your first steps? Did you…

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Pesticide Credits Offered

North Carolina Cooperative Extension in Lee County is offering pesticide training on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. The following training will be offered:A "V" (Safety Training) will be offered from…