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2009 Report to the People

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Granville County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Granville County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

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Soil Testing Information

In North Carolina, most soils are acidic and low in nutrients. Good plant growth usually requires the addition of lime and fertilizer. Soil testing is the best way to find out how much to apply. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture offers soil testing and information for both commercial growers and home owners. Soil samples are usually analyzed within about a week, but may take longer from late fall through early spring due to heavy loads from farmers at this time. Results of the tests are posted on an online system and also mailed to the client. MORE

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Extensión en Español is a grass roots organization of Extension educators which seeks to better serve Spanish-speaking clients by sharing expertise and materials across the Cooperative Extension System. MORE

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Events

	Get the Money Monkey Off Your Back Series February 16th, 2010 @ 6:00 PM Oxford, NC
	A 4-part series aimed at getting a handle on your spending and saving. Practice the lessons learned in this course and you will gain the power to change your life dramatically over time. Sign up by February 9 - Class size is limited. SERIES SCHEDULE: TUESDAYS, FEB. 16, 23 AND MARCH 2, 9 from 6-8PM. ... MORE

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News

Beware of Twig Girdlers
Posted November 3rd, 2009 in Lawn & Garden

Many county residents are calling with problems with tree branches being cut off and hanging by a thread, with the leaves turning brown. This damage is most likely caused by the twig girdler. Pecan, hickory, and oak are the most commonly attacked, but persimmon, elm, poplar, gum, linden, honey locust, dogwood, and some fruit trees can be damaged as well. Twig girdlers are typical longhorned beetles that are 1/2 to 5/8 inch long. The body is ... MORE

Holly Shrubs are Dying Due to Waterlogged Soil Conditions, Causing Black Root Rot
Posted October 29th, 2009 in Lawn & Garden

Holly Shrubs are Dying Due to Waterlogged Soil Conditions, Causing Black Root Rot Hollies are some of the most commonly used plants in the landscape in North Carolina. Japanese holly (Ilex crenata) cultivars such as ‘Compacta’, 'Helleri', 'Rotundifolia', and 'Convexa' are the most widely planted, but unfortunately they have the most disease problems of all hollies. Black Root Rot Black root rot, caused by the fungus Thielaviopsis basicola, was first reported on Japanese holly in North Carolina ... MORE

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