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Scouting Local Fields for Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus: Helping Farmers Make Informed Variety Choices

This week, a team of specialists hit the fields across Rowan County to assess the presence of Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (TSWV) and help local farmers make informed decisions about tomato variety…

Laying It Down: Basics of Plasticulture Flyer

Laying It Down: Basics of Plasticulture

As agriculture continues to evolve, more farmers are turning to plasticulture — the use of plastic materials in crop production — to improve yields, conserve water, and reduce weed pressure. Whether…

Blueberry Pruning Workshop flyer — Tuesday Feb 11, 1–4 pm at Farmer's Daughter Organics; QR code.

Blueberry Pruning Workshop

Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Prune Blueberries in North CarolinaIf you want healthy, productive blueberry bushes, now is the ideal time to prune! Late winter (January–February) is perfect for…

Horticulturist and author Brie Arthur stand among large container plants

The Art of Small Space Foodscaping With Brie Arthur

Hosted by Hurley Park, N.C. Cooperative Extension–Rowan County Center and the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Rowan County.The Art of Small Space Foodscapingwith Brie Arthur…

leaves on the lawn

Don't Blow It, Mulch It

It's Fall, Y'all! The leaves and the pine needles fall daily, and the leafblowers are in full blast. Using a gas-powered leaf blower not only causes air pollution but it causes noise pollution too.…

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Fall Lawn Prep Starts Now

Even though it's so hot, all I can think about is finding shade and a cold drink, now is a great time to take a soil sample for your lawn. In Rowan County, we are in a transition zone for turf grass.…

Cut shrub stems with fresh green shoots sprouting from their bases

Plant Propagation Classes Scheduled for Summer

The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Rowan County will be holding their annual Plant Propagation Classes this summer June 28, 2023, July 13, 2023 and July 17, 2023. All classes are from 9:00…

Adult spotted lanternfly usually keep their wings folded in. Wings are transparent with black dots.

Spotted Lanternfly: What You Need to Know

A recent news release from the NCDA&CS; notified the public that the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has officially been detected in North Carolina. The news release comes after the spotted…

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Upcoming V & X Pesticide Trainings

All private pesticide license applicators are required to obtain two hours of “V” training and two hours of “X” training for recertification. N.C. Cooperative Extension of Rowan County and the N.C.…

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Extension Needs Assessment

Needs Assessment LinkCooperative Extension at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is conducting a statewide program needs assessment to determine how to best support the people…