Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Holiday Schedule
North Carolina State University, including the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic, will be closed the week of December 23–27, …
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Christmas trees are a holiday tradition that reminds us of past experiences and symbolizes hope for a new year. …
Merry and Bright Holiday Shopping
With the holiday season just around the corner, many of us will begin shopping for gifts. The Federal Trade …
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Have you always wanted to raise chickens, but weren’t sure where to start? Do you have chickens, but want to …
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Home Extension Gardener Series
Location: Pamlico Agriculture Center Time: 9–noon April 18, 2019 – Vegetable Gardening and Growing in Containers May 2, 2019 – Home Fruit …
Is It - or Isn't It - a Brown Recluse Spider?
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4-H Summer Fun Programs are a great way for children to learn and grow during the Summer months. Each …
Youth: Hard and Soft Skills
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Yuck! Is It Polluted?
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While Hurricane Florence is moving closer to land, there is still time to perform simple actions to get your …
The Ready Campaign Suggests Using National Parents to Day to Help Prepare Families for Emergencies
With hurricane season upon us, now is the time to prepare for disasters and emergencies. The Ready Campaign suggests …
Family Communication Plan for Emergencies
Hurricane season began June 1 and now is the time to prepare for how you and your family will …
Have You Seen a Diamondback?
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Coastal NC Landscape Plant Dos and Don'ts
As with any area, proper plant selection along our beaches and barrier islands is very important. The publication, Native …
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