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Are you a plant killer? Watch this episode of "In the Garden with Bryce Lane" to learn to keep plants alive: [more]
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Avoid foodborne illness this holiday season by following these Extension tips from #NCSU and Kansas State Univ: [more]
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For much of NC, Thanksgiving is a great time to plant spring-flowering bulbs. See Extension at #NCSU tips: [more]

North Carolina Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation.

Rowan County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Rowan County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

Rowan County Center Staff November 2009

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Soil Testing Information

In North Carolina, most soils are acidic and low in nutrients. Good plant growth usually requires the addition of lime and fertilizer. Soil testing is the best way to find out how much to apply. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture offers soil testing and information for both commercial growers and home owners. Soil samples are usually analyzed within about a week, but may take longer from late fall through early spring due to heavy loads from farmers at this time. Results of the tests are posted on an online system and also mailed to the client. MORE

	Extension en Espanol
Extensión en Español is a grass roots organization of Extension educators which seeks to better serve Spanish-speaking clients by sharing expertise and materials across the Cooperative Extension System. MORE

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Events

	Taking Care of Business December 1st, 2009 @ 9:00 AM - January 19th, 2010 @ 12:00 PM Winston-Salem, NC
	Various speakers will present this five week short course that will assist farmers, both beginning and seasoned, and other entrepreneurs to develop a better understanding of the business planning process and the ultimate purpose of a solid business plan. The course will meet on Tuesdays. Cost is $100. Call our office to register or for more information. ... MORE

	Piedmont Farmer Grant Workshop December 1st, 2009 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wadesboro, NC
	Anson County Cooperative Extension Service Hosts: Piedmont Farmer Grant Workshop to all farmers/farm groups of Anson, Cabarrus, Davidson, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly, & Union Counties. Speaker: Joe Schroeder, Western Piedmont Field Coordinator, RAFI-USA Topic: "How to Apply" for RAFI Farm Grants Purpose: Preserve farming, reduce economic risk of innovative farming/processing/marketing ideas. To register please call the number listed below. ... MORE

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News

Extension Holiday Program
Posted October 29th, 2009 in Community

Holiday Program The Holiday Program, “Celebrating the Beauty of the Holiday,” will be Friday, November 20, at 10 a.m. at the Agriculture Center 2727 Old Concord Road, Salisbury. This program has been planned to provide you with great ideas and tips on how to make appetizers, decorate for the holidays and maintain your own personal beauty. The program will include Chef Alex Forde, owner of Eden Vegetarian Dinning and Catering Service, Smithfield, NC, preparing appetizers; Carlos ... MORE

NASCAR and 4-H Team Up
Posted September 20th, 2009 in Youth & 4-H

National 4-H Week will take off with a speedy start on October 4th, as the 4-H emblem makes its debut appearance in a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. The well-known national icon will be featured on the ‘TV panel’ of the No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet driven by Jeff Gordon at Kansas Speedway that day. The placement of the 4-H clover on the No. 24 Chevrolet was made possible through a generous donation by DuPont, ... MORE

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