Septic Systems: Things Homeowners & Realtors Should Know
Septic systems have been around for a very long time. In North Carolina, nearly half of the homes utilize …
Soil, Water & Air
Anaerobic Digester Systems for NC Farms
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Dairy ASA – Ashley Robbins will be hosting a webinar on February 4, 2021, from noon–1:30 …
Soils, Nutrient Management & Small Grains Update
Give your county a call or register online! Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by December 7, …
Collards and Crafts
Folks, save the date for the most unique shopping experience Robeson County has to offer! Wouldn’t you love to …
2020 Very Local Holiday Festival
Join us Saturday, December 5, from 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., for A Very Local Holiday Festival at the Robeson County …
Giant Salvinia Alert!
Giant salvinia (Salvinia molesta) has been found in Columbus County. This is a federally listed, noxious, invasive aquatic weed. …
Well Water - What Homeowners and Realtors Need to Know
Do you have questions about well water? Are you a realtor or homeowner with a well? Then consider attending …
Private Applicator Recertification V Training ONLINE
The recertification deadline for private applicators for 2020 has been extended through November 30, 2020. In order to accommodate …
NC Zoo Presents "Living With Nature" Virtual Event
From the North Carolina Zoo: Next week is the North Carolina Zoo’s first Living with Nature distance learning event for the 2020-2021 …
Shopping With EFNEP
Fall is upon us! Commercials advertising newly released horror movies are in full swing and the drop in temperature …
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
Fall Pesticide Credit Recertification Opportunities
The recertification deadline for private applicators for 2020 has been extended through November 30, 2020. In order to accommodate …
Farmers Can Prevent COVID-19 Spread Through Use of Shared Equipment and Tools
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has recognized food and agriculture as a critical infrastructure industry for national security …
Pesticide Recertification Training
There are two separate trainings being offered on September 23, 2020 – a morning class from 9–11 a.m. and …
A Landowner’s Role in a Stable Food Supply
As I write this article, the threat of continued COVID-19 spread and subsequent disruption to our economy persists. As …
Sleep Responsibly
Over the past couple of weeks, I have experienced some of the best sleep imaginable. To be perfectly honest, …
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 …
Risk Management Basics:What Every Farmer Needs to Know
Please see these helpful tips from our Robeson and Bladen Area Agent, Small Farm Management, Nelson Brownlee, and …
North Carolina Celebrates the Contributions of Small-Scale Farmers With Small Farms Week, March 22-28
Small farms play a vital role in supporting the competitiveness and sustainability of United States rural and farm economies, …
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 …
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More Extension Programs at NC State University
- Biological and Agricultural Engineering
- Extension Soils Program
- Fisheries and Pond Management Extension
- NC State Stream Restoration Program
- Stormwater Engineering Group
- Water Quality and Waste Management Programs in Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Newsletters
- 2020 July Small Farms Newsletter
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2014, August
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2014, February
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2015, August
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2015, February
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2016, August
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2016, February
- 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
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2019, March
Partnerships and Organizations
- NC Dept of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Air Quality
- NC Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance
- SaveWaterNC.org - Water Conservation Tips
Publications
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2. Composting
This Composting Chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook will explain the benefits of and strategies …
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1. Soils and Plant Nutrients
This Soils and Plant Nutrients Chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook examines the physical and …
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2021 North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals Manual
This manual, updated every year, covers pesticide use and safety information, chemical application equipment, fertilizer …
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Fertilizer Use
This publication offers fertilizer suggestions for a variety of crops, including field, pasture and hay …
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How to Send Specimens for Disease, Insect, and Weed Identification
This publication explains how and where to send specimens for disease, insect and weed identification.
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Health and Safety Impacts of Solar Photovoltaics
This paper addresses the potential health and safety impacts of solar photovoltaic development in North …
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Balancing Agricultural Productivity With Ground-Based Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Development
The purpose of this paper is to explore the extent to which solar photovoltaic facilities …
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Mid-Season Soybean Nitrogen (N) Deficiency
This Soybean Nutrient Deficiency Information factsheet describes the symptoms and management of nitrogen deficiency in …
12/11/20 — Soybean Nutrient Deficiency Information