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Pasture Evening

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Warren and Granville County Centers, will hold a pasture evening on October 5, 2023 beginning at …

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Corn Field Day

Approximate Location: 369 Walnut Grove Church Road, Hurdle Mills, NC 27541 Date: Monday, August 21st Time: 9 a.m.-10 a.m. This short, turn …

Alternative Crops Workshop Flyer

Alternative Crops Field Day

Have you lost conventional or organic tobacco acres? Are you looking for new rotational crops? Do you need a …

cute calves in pasture

5 County Beef Tour

The 2023 Five-County Beef Tour will take place on Friday, July 21st and will be hosted by Granville County. …

Household Waste Disposal

Spring Clean HHW & Shred Event

Granville County is having a Household Waste Disposal Day May 20th, at the Granville County Expo Center (4185 US …

Small Farms Week - Dixon Farms

In recognition of small farms week, you can join our agriculture agents as they travel around the county and …

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Precision Agriculture Technology: How to Become a Commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Pilot

This publication discusses flying unmanned aerial vehicles (drones, model aircraft) for commercial purposes. You'll learn …

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14. Small Fruits

This small fruits chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook reviews selection, planting, and maintenance of …

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Synthetic Auxins

This factsheet describes the symptoms of a synthetic auxin (SA) herbicide injury.

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Jumping Worms

This factsheet covers the description, biology, and management of the jumping earthworm, a common pest …

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Ergot Alkaloids

Part of the Guide to Mycotoxins Commonly Found in Animal Feeds, this factsheet provides information …

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Patulin

Part of the Guide to Mycotoxins Commonly Found in Animal Feeds, this factsheet provides information …

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PR Toxin

Part of the Guide to Mycotoxins Commonly Found in Animal Feeds, this factsheet provides information …

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Ochratoxin A

Part of the Guide to Mycotoxins Commonly Found in Animal Feeds, this factsheet provides information …

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