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Peanuts on a chart.

Pod Maturity Clinics

With September just around the corner it’s time to look at our peanut maturity. Based strictly on our heat …

Windsor Farmers Market open August 1 and 15

National Farmers Market Week

National Farmers Market Week, celebrated annually during the first full week of August, highlights the vital role farmers’ markets …

The Crop Protection Network

Some of you may be familiar with the Crop Protection Network (CPN) and its efforts. Their mission is as …

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Cotton Insect Updates

We definitely started the cotton season with two different crops. First, there was the early cotton, planted before May …

Mid Season Peanut Notes

After a cooler and cloudy start, we have transitioned to a brighter and much hotter late June. The cloudy …

canner gauge testing announcement

Canner Gauge Testing

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Bertie County, is offering free canner gauge testing at the office located at 104 Lancaster Avenue, …

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Late Cotton Planting Decisions

Our Spring rains have been a blessing and a hindrance (I’ll not call it a curse) making it difficult …

Tips for Late Planted Cotton

If you are thinking about planting during the first week of June, here are a few things to consider …

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This publication covers the keys to a successful community garden of individual plots including forming …

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Container Garden Planting Calendar for Edibles in the Piedmont

This publication offers a guide to growing edible plants year-round in containers. Includes planting and …

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The Effects of Late-Season Tropical System Damage to Flue-Cured Tobacco

This publication discusses the effects of wind and water damage on flue-cured tobacco. It includes …

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4R Nutrient Stewardship in Vegetable Production: Advanced Applications and Integration

This publication, targeted to vegetable growers in North Carolina, Virginia, and other states in the …

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