News From Pamlico County Center

Youth learning to put a halter on a dairy calf tied to a fence.
The Calves Have Arrived!

Published - April 28, 2025

Lawn with two circular patches of brown, dead grass indicating large patch disease infection.
Spring Large Patch Disease

Published - April 28, 2025

A serene view of a corn field in the V-4 stage of growth, with perfectly sprouted corn plants just emerging from the ground. The horizon line is visible, emphasizing the early stages of corn development in the field.
Corn Season Is Here

Published - March 28, 2025

A young girl sits on a stone retaining wall beside her 4-H presentation trifold board at the Cloverbud Presentation Competition. She is smiling, holding a stick to point at her board, and displaying a green ribbon in her left hand, indicating her achievem
Conquering Fears and Gaining Skills for the Future

Published - March 28, 2025

Lawn with large patch disease, showing two brown circular dead areas with a distinct dark brown ring around the dying grass and a lighter center of dead grass.
Spring Into Lawn Care

Published - March 17, 2025

A potato field with neatly arranged rows of potato plants emerging from the soil.
Homegrown Potatoes: Tips for a Successful Harvest

Published - March 4, 2025

Hand using sheers to prune a tree limb during winter dormancy.
Essential Winter Chores for a Healthier Spring Garden

Published - January 13, 2025

Tomatoes on the vines at Mountain Horticultural Research and Extension Center in Henderson County.
2025 Catalog Inspiration for Your Garden

Published - December 27, 2024

A wide view of a Christmas tree farm in Western North Carolina, with rows of neatly spaced evergreen trees and a backdrop of rolling hills and blue skies.
Christmas Tree Care: Tips for a Fresh & Beautiful Tree

Published - December 27, 2024

Bridging the Gap

Published - November 25, 2024

From: Jones County Center
Close-up of grass blades on a white background, displaying symptoms of large patch disease, with yellowing at the tips.
Large Patch Is HERE!

Published - November 22, 2024

A large and vibrant holiday cactus in bloom, showcasing bright hot pink buds on its branches.
Holiday Cacti Care: Vibrant Blooms for Winter

Published - November 18, 2024

A person crouches while gardening, with a green triangle overlay displaying the text: “$10,000 Agricultural Grant. University of Mount Olive AgPrime is offering a grant to North Carolina farmers for new and innovative agricultural project ideas. Follow th
2025 UMO AgPrime Grant: Funding for North Carolina Farmers

Published - November 4, 2024

Six garlic bulbs grouped closely together on a clean white backdrop, showcasing their shapes and textures in a simple presentation.
Let’s Plant Some Garlic!

Published - November 1, 2024

Collard greens with visible cabbage worm damage, characterized by irregular holes and chewed leaves.
My Collards Have Worms

Published - October 14, 2024

Ripe figs growing on a fig tree, highlighting their unique shape and color, indicating readiness for picking.
It’s Time to Get Fruity

Published - October 14, 2024

An ant carrying a small piece of food as it walks along the stem of a green plant.
The Fall of Fire Ants

Published - September 18, 2024

A collage of four images with the title 'Pamlico County 4-H Fall Programs'. The image shows various 4-H activities: youth holding crops in a garden, sewing in a classroom, building an electrical project, and preparing food in a cooking class.
Agriculture Education. It’s Important.

Published - September 17, 2024

A lawn with significant browning and damage caused by fall armyworms, with healthy green grass visible in the background.
Are Fall Armyworms Eating Your Lawn?

Published - September 4, 2024

mosquito on finger
What's Biting You: Mosquitoes & Biting Flies in Pamlico County

Published - August 15, 2024

Hand holding two partially husked corn cobs, one with full yellow kernels and one sparse
2024 Growing Season Challenges

Published - August 13, 2024

Hornet perched on and gripping a cicada on a wooden surface
Cicada Killer Wasps

Published - August 13, 2024

image showing sprinkler hosing turf
Drought Stressed Turf

Published - August 13, 2024

Livestock Agent, Kristi Welke, with Annabelle the heifer
Connect With Our Livestock Agent

Published - July 26, 2024

From: Jones County Center
Black cow with orange ear tag standing in grassy field, facing camera
Body Condition Scoring Beef Cattle

Published - July 2, 2024

From: Jones County Center
2024 EGG-Cellent Egg Contest

Published - July 1, 2024

From: Jones County Center
Squash Vine Borer adult
Controlling Squash Vine Borers

Published - June 10, 2024

Pamlico County's 2024 Master Gardener Volunteer Trainee Graduates (Janet Chinea, Rick Kendall, Jane Potter, Mary Jane Westphal, Monica Lauze, Shelia Moore Cantine, Guylene Thomas, Casey Brown, Anna Daniels, Dottie Baker, Lori Gaskins)
2024 Pamlico County Extension Master Gardener Training Course Graduates

Published - May 24, 2024

mole coming up from the ground
Moles in the Lawn

Published - April 15, 2024

water sprinkler spraying water on green grass lawn
Choosing the Right Lawn Grass

Published - March 7, 2024

Seedling pots with banner: "Become a Master Gardener Volunteer! Application deadline April 7"
2026 Pamlico Master Gardener Volunteer Training Class

Published - February 16, 2024

Looking at the face of a red-eyed, black cicada, legs stretched out in front
The Cicadas Are Coming! Fear Not, Though

Published - February 2, 2024

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
Image of a grape vine after it has been pruned
Pruning Muscadine Grapes for Beginners

Published - January 19, 2024

Pink poinsettia indicating the part of the plant that is the flower and the bracts
The Flowering Poinsettia & Its Care

Published - December 21, 2023

Four people standing at NC Cooperative Extension backdrop; second person holds two glass awards.
Pamlico 4-H Agent Kait Neeland Wins Awards

Published - December 5, 2023

Group of purple grape hyacinth flowers in bloom
Spring Bulbs in November

Published - November 9, 2023

Calculations to set up the square.
The Pearson Square - the Tool for Balancing Rations

Published - November 3, 2023

From: Craven County Center
Child kneeling over garden bed collecting soil for soil sample. Next to them is a soil sample log and collection box.
November Gardening Tips

Published - October 27, 2023

fire ants eating a hotdog on top of a white piece of paper
Fire Ants & Mushrooms

Published - October 13, 2023

A pile of peanuts with shell and leaves just after they have been picked from the ground.
Peanut Production in North Carolina

Published - September 29, 2023

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