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Paraquat Requirement Reminders

Here are some quick reminders regarding the requirements for the safe use of paraquat dichloride (“paraquat”). Paraquat kills! Paraquat products require …

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Pesticide Collection Day

Open and partially used but no longer needed containers with pesticides can be difficult to handle. They take up …

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Strawberry Season Is Here!!!

There’s no better way to jump into Spring than with the taste of strawberries. Whether your choice is with …

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Equity in Conservation Meeting

Meeting Date: Monday, April 29, 2024 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Location: 104 Lancaster Avenue, Windsor, NC 27983 Topics Discussion Include …

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Four Corners Fitness & Nutrition Event

Bertie County Schools Nutrition in collaboration with School Meals for All Ambassadors, Healthier Generation, Healthier North Carolina Project, N.C. …

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2023 Yield Contest Winners

We would like to recognize the winners of our Yield Contest for 2023. The winner of the 2023 Corn Yield …

Let's talk Equity in Conservation

Let's Talk Equity in Conservation

Let’s Talk Equity in Conservation(EIC) Attention Historically Underserved Farmers Ranchers and Landowners Bertie County Where: 104 Lancaster Avenue, Windsor, NC 27983 When: February …

Basics of Hay Production Series

Monthly Classes will be held at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Pitt County Center in Greenville NC From 6:30-8 p.m. The …

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2024 Bertie County FIT Testing

It is that time of year again to complete your respirator fit testing. FIT testing will be held on February …

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Introduction to Beekeeping

If you’ve ever been interested in learning about beekeeping, please join the Cashie Beekeepers Association on Thursday, February 22, …

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Conservation Easements and Agreements: Obligations, Modification and Termination

Participation in conservation practices and restrictions comes in various forms, from revocable-at-will, revocable with penalty, …

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Sales Tax: Exemptions for Farm Product Sales

Sales Taxes are reportable on the sale of many goods and services. Such taxes also …

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Anthracnose of Pepper

This vegetable pathology factsheet describes the identification and treatment of anthracnose of pepper.

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Anthracnose Fruit Rot (Ripe Rot) of Blueberries

This publication discusses Anthracnose Fruit Rot (Colletotrichum sp.) of blueberries in detail. Included are the …

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Soil Sampling Strategies for Site-Specific Field Management

This factsheet for farmers describes concepts, terminology, and guidelines concerning soil sampling. Proper testing allows …

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Starter Phosphorus Fertilizer and Additives in North Carolina Soils: Use, Placement, and Plant Response

Phosphorus (P) is the second most important nutrient in crop production but is often found …

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Stubby-Root Nematode of Soybean

This factsheet summarizes the symptoms and management of stubby-root nematodes in soybean in North Carolina.

Lance Nematode of Soybean

Lance nematode is not a common problem of soybeans, but can cause local damages in …