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Important News for Pesticide Applicators

The new year is kicking off with some important news for licensed pesticide applicators. As they say, the only constant is change, and that sure applies to pesticide regulations. The Environmental…

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Extension Minute – February 2026 Issue

The new monthly newsletter is here! Keep up to date with the monthly happenings. February’s issue is now available.To check out the latest news, click the image below or read it online.

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Bonsai For Beginners

Saturday, February 2110:00 a.m – NoonSaturday, March 2110:00 a.m – NoonO. P. Owens Agriculture Center455 Caton Road, LumbertonAn age-old gardening practice has taken the nation by storm and everyone…

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Blueberries in the Field

Let's talk blueberries! Join us for an on-farm discussion on pruning the various stages of a blueberry plant, from year one to maturity. There will be an on-site demonstration of recommended pruning…

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Lumberton Soybean School

February 3, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Southeastern NC Agricultural Events Center 1027 US 74 Alt. Lumberton, NC 28358 Pesticide and CCA Credits Available Click Soybean to register

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Farm Tax Issues Workshop

This educational event will provide farmers with a better understanding of farm taxes and teach the latest about new tax laws for 2026.The workshop will be taught by Dr. Raymond Thomas,…

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Muscadine Workshop

You can "wine and dine" your significant other later, but first, let’s show them where the wine comes from and how to cultivate the grapes. We'll discuss planting, trellising, fertilization schedule,…

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Poinsettia and Fresh-Cut Trees

January does not have to be the end of your beautiful poinsettia or fresh-cut Christmas tree. To renew your poinsettia, prune the plant back to about 8 inches in spring after the colorful bracts…

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Harvesting the Future: Why the “Golden Bean” Matters to North Carolina

As most of you rush to finalize Christmas purchases, North Carolina farmers are in a different kind of race: completing the annual harvest. Often, soybeans are the final crop to leave the field, and…

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2025 Winter Edition of “The Carolina Sandhills Gardener” Horticulture Newsletter Is Here

The 2025 Winter edition of The Carolina Sandhills Gardener Horticulture Newsletter is now available!To check out the latest news, click the image below or read it online