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Peanut Profit Pointers

Peanut Profit PointersTight margins for all commodities call for time tested and research-based measures to reduce costs yet retain profitable yields. Below are some pointers to remind us all of ways…

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2024 Peanut Maturity Clinics

Peanut Maturity Clinics When should I dig? That is always a relevant question in September. The answer also dictates if another spray application is needed. 2024 has been a very varied year. Based on…

2024 CHROME Regional Ag Expo flyer — Peanut Belt Research Station, Aug 21, 3:00–6:00 PM

2024 CHROME Ag Expo | August 21, 2024

The 2024 CHROME Ag Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at the Peanut Belt Research Station in Lewiston-Woodville, NC. Registration:2024 CHROME Registration through…

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Peanut Tasks for June

Peanut Leafspot Control Peanut growers should begin leaf spot control programs in well- rotated fields when peanuts reach growth stage R3. This is when about half the plants in a particular planting…

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When Will Peanuts Be Ready?

Each year we ponder the question “Will this crop be early this year?”. Well in some years maybe but this year the odds are not in our favor. Generally, we look for about 2550 -2600 heat units to…

Fertilizer survey link

Fertilizer Cost Survey for Row Crop Farmers

The cost of fertilizer is always changing. But for the last couple of years, the cost has increased enough that some farmers are adjusting their fertility practices.As a result Dr. Luke Gatiboni,…

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2023 | Bertie County Winter Production Meeting Schedule

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Bertie County Center will be offering multiple winter production meetings next year. Below is a list of in-person meetings planned for January & February 2023.Grain…

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Bertie Ag News - February 2021

How much do you know about Peanuts? Learn all about when to plant, treating for thrips at planting, disease control, insect damage, and more!For more information regarding any of your farming needs,…