
2021 Beginner Beekeepers School
Join us for this five (5) class series teaching the basics of beekeeping. Classes will be held on January …
Join us for this five (5) class series teaching the basics of beekeeping. Classes will be held on January …
Giant salvinia (Salvinia molesta) has been found in Columbus County. This is a federally listed, noxious, invasive aquatic weed. …
Do you have questions about well water? Are you a realtor or homeowner with a well? Then consider attending …
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
Writing an article can present a daunting task when you are undecided on the topic. But then, once in …
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
The recertification deadline for private applicators for 2020 has been extended through November 30, 2020. In order to accommodate …
There are two separate trainings being offered on September 23, 2020 – a morning class from 9–11 a.m. and …
However, many beneficial native insects have been killed when they were mistaken for Asian giant hornets. Review this excellent Asian …
Our local farmers have been working hard to bring back a strong Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program for our …
I think it is safe to say we are all experiencing things we have never faced before. So, how …
As the weather warms, snake sightings will become much more common. We have 38 varieties of snakes in NC, …
It can be very frustrating when trying to get an aquatic plant identified by emailing a photo – both …
With the beginning of spring just around the corner, many local beekeepers are getting ready for the upcoming season …
The mild weather experienced this winter in southeastern NC has permitted a variety of aquatic plants and weeds to …
Hopefully, some of you reading this may recall previous articles on recent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revisions to pesticide …
The NC Drought Monitor website lets you see current and historical drought conditions. Also discussed are river levels and …
I think if one month was chosen out of the year that reflected folks’ interest in their health condition …
It’s official. According to the blog posted by the North Carolina State University Climate Office, 2019 edged out 1990 …
I recently read an email on how a thankful attitude not only sets a positive tone for your day …
This insects chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook will teach readers to identify insects, understand …
This Botany Chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook discusses plant taxonomy or how to name …
This Composting Chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook will explain the benefits of and strategies …
This Soils and Plant Nutrients Chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook examines the physical and …
This manual, updated every year, covers pesticide use and safety information, chemical application equipment, fertilizer …
This publication covers insect control in a variety of crops, as well as household pests.
This publication describes restricted-use pesticides, the safe use of pesticides and evaluating the potential for …
This guide provides home gardeners with instructions for growing strawberries, blueberries, brambles (blackberries and raspberries), …