Disaster Relief for Farmers
November has arrived, and with it comes the new time change, cooler weather (hopefully), and reminders of all we …
Animal Agriculture
Hurricane Florence Agricultural Program of 2018
On October 15, 2018, the North Carolina General Assembly established the Hurricane Florence Agricultural Disaster Program of 2018, a …
Florence Lands Another Gut Punch
Hurricane Florence has left another memorable mark on our region with damage sustained from significant rain and wind over …
Yuck! Is It Polluted?
“Yuck! Is it polluted?” is a frequent question when people see our ditches and waterways with fluffy orange growths, …
Cooperative Extension Helps Small Farmers Learn About New Programs
Small farms play a vital role in supporting the competitiveness and sustainability of the United States rural and farm …
Preparing for the Storm
Disasters happen anytime and anywhere. Is your family prepared to cope with an emergency? Could you evacuate quickly? You …
Sheep and Goats: Breeding Season Considerations
I hope you all had a wonderful Labor Day! I celebrated with my daughter as she turned 2 years …
An Inside Glance Into the Power of N.C. Cooperative Extension
An Inside Glance into N.C. Cooperative Extension North Carolina Cooperative Extension focuses on three main areas: Agriculture, Food, and Youth. …
Bermudagrass
Hope you have had a great 4th of July! I am extremely thankful for the sacrifice paid, and still …
Have You Seen a Diamondback?
According to Jeff Hall, Conservation Biologist with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, sightings of Diamondback rattlesnakes are becoming much …
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Aquaculture
- Aquaplant -- Texas A&M
- Aquatic Plant Management
- Pond Management Guide
- Sources of NC Aquaculture Products
- Southern Regional Aquaculture Center
Diseases
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Extension Programs at NC State University
Forages
- Bermudagrass Production in North Carolina
- Colorado State University's Guide to Poisonous Plants
- Pests of Forages and Pastures
- Poisonous Plants of North Carolina
- State Assistance In Transporting Hay - 2007
Hay
- Hay Alert - NCDA&CS -- Find Hay to Buy, List Hay to Sell, and Much More
- Hay Storage and Feeding Losses
- Haylage
- How to Select Quality Hay
- How to Take a Hay Sample
- Nitrates 101
- Robeson County Hay Directory
- Tips on Selling and Purchasing Hay
Information Portals
- Animal Waste Management
- Beef
- Dairy Extension
- Equine Husbandry
- Feed Milling
- Goats & Sheep
- Poultry Science Extension
- Youth Livestock Program
More Extension Programs at NC State University
National eXtension Resources
Newsletters
- Equine News - September 17, 2007
- Livestock News - August 15, 2007
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- Livestock News - August 24, 2007
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- Livestock News - October 15, 2007
- Livestock News - October 2006
- Livestock News - October 2008
- Livestock News - September 05, 2007
- Livestock News - September 19, 2007
- Livestock News - September 2010
- N.C. Poultry Industry - Spring 2009
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2017, February
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2017, September
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2018, February
- The Power of Extension Newsletter, 2018 - September
Partnerships and Organizations
- Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS)
- Dairy Records Management Systems
- National Cattlemen's Beef Association
- National Pork Board
- NC Cattlemen's Association
- NC Department of Ag Statistics
- NC Horse Council
- NC Meat Goat Association
Publications, Information, and News
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- Barrel and Tire Mineral Feeder Construction Instructions
- Index of Poultry Publications
- Livestock and Horse Death Problems
- NC Agricultural Chemicals Manual
- NCDA Veterinary Diagnostic Lab
- North Carolina Farm ID
- Reporting Air Emissions of Hazardous Substances from Animal Waste
State and Regional Partners
Waste Management
- Certification Training for Operators of Animal Waste Management Systems
- Division of Water Quality
- Soil and Waste Analysis - Look Up Your Reports
- Soil and Waste Analysis - Understand Your Reports
- The North Carolina Phosphorus Loss Assessment Tool (PLAT)
- Waste Management, Water Quality, and Odor Information
Wildlife
Recent Publications related to Animal Agriculture
Forage Quality Indices for Selecting Hay
This publication provides an overview of the differences in forage quality by reviewing a summary …
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Horse Flies and Deer Flies
This Entomology Insect Note discusses identifying horse and deer flies and how to control them.
1 week ago — Biting and Stinging Pests
Commercial Emu Production
This publication discusses commercial emu production. Topics covered include getting started with an emu business, …
2 weeks ago
Phosphorus Management for Land Application of Biosolids and Animal Waste
This publication addresses nutrient management concerns as they relate to land application of animal wastes, …
3 weeks ago — SoilFacts
Nitrate Management in Beef Cattle Production Systems
This publication describes how to avoid high nitrate in forages, and how to manage high …
10/18/18
Warm-Season Perennial Forages Conserved as Hay: Nutritive Value and Quality
This bulletin brings together 18 independent experiments that address aspects of nutritive value and quality …
10/17/18
Explaining the North Carolina Egg Law for Producers With Small Flocks
This publication is targeted toward small producers who may be contemplating entering into egg sales …
9/26/18
2018 North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals Manual
This manual, updated every year, covers pesticide use and safety information, chemical application equipment, fertilizer …
9/25/18