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Close-up of a mole in soil showing its pink nose, digging feet, and large claws.

Got Moles?

Mole Damage in LawnsMoles have been a consistent problem this summer, with activity evident across all of Pamlico County. Tunneling by moles affects rooting and turf growth, and can lead to scalping…

Group photo of the 2025 Extension Master Gardener class graduates from Pamlico County Cooperative Extension.

2025 Pamlico County Extension Master Gardener Training Course Graduates

Introducing the 2025 Master Gardener Interns The N.C. Cooperative Extension, Pamlico County Center would like to introduce our newest Extension Master Gardener℠ Interns who recently completed our…

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!

(Taken from "Vampires Beware..." written by Ashley Grubb) If you have never grown your own garlic before, it can be a fun and rewarding crop that is easy to plant right in your own backyard. Garlic…

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

My Collards Have Worms

Fall Greens and Late-Season Pests It’s fall and that means collard greens, cabbages, and other leafy greens will soon be ready for harvest. This is especially important for those folks who desire to…

Ripe figs growing on a fig tree, highlighting their unique shape and color, indicating readiness for picking.

It’s Time to Get Fruity

Now that we have officially made it to Fall, those folks who are interested in growing tree fruit should start preparing planting sites and placing orders. Most tree fruits do not begin shipping from…

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?

Over the past few weeks Fall Armyworms have made their presence known over many areas in North Carolina and within Pamlico County. These insects can feed on many different crops but are of particular…

Hornet perched on and gripping a cicada on a wooden surface

Cicada Killer Wasps

Over the past couple of weeks, N.C. Cooperative Extension has received numerous inquiries about large black and yellow wasps called Cicada killers hovering over the front yard. News stories over the…