Information Session on DBII Grants
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Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
Sicklepod - Weed ID Wednesday
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Horsenettle is in the nightshade family, making it related to tomatoes and potatoes. While not nearly as delicious as …
General Health & Nutrition Poultry Program
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The Gift of William
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Hurricane Disaster Relief Program
N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Hurricane Relief News N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has received a …
Trumpet Creeper - Weed ID Wednesday
Trumpet creeper or trumpet vine is an aggressive woody perennial vine that can find it’s way into pastures, hayfields, …
Podcast: Why NC Farmers Need Good Internet
The NC State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences’ Farms Food and You Podcast recently covered the topic …
Pokeweed- Weed ID Wednesday
Common Pokeweed is an herbaceous perennial that can grow up to 9 ft tall, have a taproot over a …
Johnsongrass - Weed ID Wednesday
Johnsongrass is easily spotted in pastures and hayfields because it grows in bunches that tend to be taller than …
New 'Buying a Farm' Web Resource!
We are always seeking to enhance the resources that we offer on our website. The most recent addition is …
Why Control Weeds? - Weed ID Wednesday
When thinking about weed control, it is important to approach the topic with an idea of individualism. Even for …
Curly Dock - Weed ID Wednesday
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Weed ID Wednesday - Bitter Sneezeweed
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Get Paid Promoting Rural Broadband Connectivity
The American Farm Bureau Federation is joining the American Connection Corps which is part of the American Connection Project …
Spiny Amaranth - Weed ID Wednesday
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Farmers Have Different Internet Needs
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Map Your Broadband Speed - NC Broadband Survey
Over the recent months, the residents of North Carolina have become kingly aware of their internet speed and reliability. …
New COVID-19 and Vaccine Educational Toolkit
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