Fusarium Head Blight Risk Update, April 10, 2019
Fusarium Head Blight Fusarium Head Blight (FHB), also known as scab, is caused by several Fusarium spp., particularly F. graminearum in the U.S. The …
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Thinking About Growing Bamboo? Proceed With Caution!
Bamboo is planted for its ornamental qualities, grown for wood or wood fibers, or grown for edible bamboo shoots. …
English Ivy -- Its Time to Think About Control Options
English ivy (Hedera helix) is a shade-tolerant, woody perennial vine. When established it creates a dense ground cover with …
Upcoming Webinar: Management of Fusarium Head Blight
Fusarium Head Blight Fusarium head blight of wheat (also known as scab) is one of the most problematic diseases of …
14th Annual Agricultural Development Forum
Join us for the 14th Annual at NC State Fairgrounds Governor Holshouser Building, Raleigh Thursday, January 31, 2019 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Free Admission · Lunch Provided · Open …
Are You Hand Weeding Frequently Enough?
Want to reduce your labor costs for hand weeding container nurseries? The simple (but hard answer) is to hand …
Alternatives to Glyphosate in Landscapes?
Glyphosate is the most commonly used postemergence herbicide in managed landscapes. It controls annual and perennial weeds, grasses and …
2019 NC Farm School Northern Piedmont
JOIN US FOR OUR INTEREST MEETINGS!! R.S.V.P. online November 27, 2018, at 7 p.m. N.C. Cooperative Extension, Durham County Center 721 Foster Street Durham, NC November …
20th Annual Vermiculture Conference
On October 26–27, 2019, NC State’s 20th Annual Vermiculture Conference will be held on Centennial Campus at The James …
Giant Hogweed Is Present in NC but Rare
Recent news stories about giant hogweed have raised awareness of this nasty invader. Yes, we have giant hogweed in …
Hay, Straw, and Pine Needle Shipping Quarantine
For anyone selling Hay, Straw, or Pine Needles from Orange County, please check this North Carolina Department of Agriculture …
Prevent Weeds in Spring Color Beds
It is almost time to transition color beds for summer. As you think about your options for this season …
Cost Effective Weed Control in Container Nurseries
Proper herbicide application and frequent hand weeding can reduce weed control costs. Check out the article about our research …
Orange County "Summary of Agricultural Resources" Guide Book
The Economic Development Department created a new 48-page summary booklet identifying the agricultural themed resources (federal, state county, nonprofits) …
At This Campus Lab, Worms Eat Your Leftovers
Rhonda Sherman posted this article that was authored by Carla Davis: June 29, 2017 | Author: Carla Davis, NC State University Sustainability Office You …
Monthly Drought Projections
For more information and a map of the affected areas, please visit NOAA/NWS Climate Prediction Center’s U.S. Monthly Drought …
Why Soil Sample?
RALEIGH — Spring is the best time to fertilize your shrubs as it promotes optimal growth with healthy foliage …
2017 Nursery and Landscape Pest Control Guide
The 2017 Southeastern Pest Control Guide for Nursery Crops and Landscape Plantings is now available in print. Order your …
Keep Weeds From Taking Over Your Pansy Beds
It is the time of year when landscapers and homeowners are preparing to plant winter color beds. The most …
Glyphosate Carcinogenicity Review Published
Recently, concerns have been expressed about the safety of glyphosate. Although hazard analysis by some non-governmental organizations have suggested …
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