Lawn & Garden

Giant Salvinia Alert!

Giant salvinia (Salvinia molesta) has been found in Columbus County. This is a federally listed, noxious, invasive aquatic weed. …

— 4 days ago, Onslow County Center

Pesticide Recertification Training

There are two separate trainings being offered on September 23, 2020 – a morning class from 9–11 a.m. and …

— 3 weeks ago

To Date NO Asian Giant Hornets Have Been Found in North Carolina

However, many beneficial native insects have been killed when they were mistaken for Asian giant hornets. Review this excellent Asian …

— 2 months ago, Extension Gardener

Robeson County Farmers Market Offers Food Box Subscriptions

Our local farmers have been working hard to bring back a strong Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program for our …

— 4 months ago

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How Are You Doing?

I think it is safe to say we are all experiencing things we have never faced before. So, how …

— 5 months ago

Two Watersnakes Seen at Onslow Discovery Gardens

As the weather warms, snake sightings will become much more common. We have 38 varieties of snakes in NC, …

— 6 months ago, Onslow County Center

Best Methods to Follow When Submitting an Email Photo for Aquatic Plant ID

It can be very frustrating when trying to get an aquatic plant identified by emailing a photo – both …

— 6 months ago, Onslow County Center

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Beekeeping School Provides Training for New Beekeepers

With the beginning of spring just around the corner, many local beekeepers are getting ready for the upcoming season …

— 7 months ago

Aquatic Plants Are Already Active

The mild weather experienced this winter in southeastern NC has permitted a variety of aquatic plants and weeds to …

— 7 months ago, Onslow County Center

Important EPA Label Revisions: Are You in Compliance?

Hopefully, some of you reading this may recall previous articles on recent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revisions to pesticide …

— 8 months ago

Think the Ground Is Dry? Wet? Not Sure?

The NC Drought Monitor website lets you see current and historical drought conditions. Also discussed are river levels and …

— 8 months ago, Onslow County Center

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Heart Healthy and Yard Wise

I think if one month was chosen out of the year that reflected folks’ interest in their health condition …

— 8 months ago

2019 - NC's Warmest Year...so Far

It’s official. According to the blog posted by the North Carolina State University Climate Office, 2019 edged out 1990 …

— 9 months ago, Onslow County Center

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A Thankful Farewell

I recently read an email on how a thankful attitude not only sets a positive tone for your day …

— 10 months ago

Sign saying "Locally Grown in Robeson County"

The Deer and the Turkey

The next holiday our nation will celebrate will be Thanksgiving, and I hear many, many folks remark that this …

— 10 months ago

Spiders... Big Spiders... Oh My!

Eastern NC is home to two quite large spiders: the black and yellow garden spider (Argiope aurantia) and the …

— 11 months ago, Onslow County Center

Weed of the Week

For more detailed information, contact Taylor Chavis, Extension Livestock Agent, at 910-671-3276 or by email at taylor_chavis@ncsu.edu. Recommendations for the …

— 11 months ago

Weed of the Week

For more detailed information, contact Taylor Chavis, Extension Livestock Agent, at 910-671-3276 or by email at taylor_chavis@ncsu.edu. Recommendations for the …

— 1 year ago

Weed of the Week

For more detailed information, contact Taylor Chavis, Extension Livestock Agent, at 910-671-3276 or by email at taylor_chavis@ncsu.edu. Recommendations for the …

— 1 year ago

Weed of the Week

For more detailed information, contact Taylor Chavis, Extension Livestock Agent, at 910-671-3276 or by email at taylor_chavis@ncsu.edu. Recommendations for the …

— 1 year ago