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Upcoming Pesticide Classes

Published - May 5, 2026 Read
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Support the Extension Master Gardener Recycling Challenge!

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News From Cleveland County Center

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Get to Know Big John's Hydro Farm

Published - February 12, 2026

Kings Mountain Hometown Farmers' Market — Season opening April 25, 2026; strawberries and lettuce
Kings Mountain Farmers' Market Opens April 25

Published - February 9, 2026

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Harvesting Opportunities: Navigating Agritourism for Your Farm Business

Published - October 3, 2025

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Free Pressure Canner Testing

Published - July 3, 2025

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Farmers' Markets to Launch Program for Seniors

Published - June 12, 2025

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Demonstration & Teaching Garden Project Gaining Momentum

Published - June 11, 2025

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New Pollinator Garden at the Farmers' Market

Published - June 11, 2025

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Nutrient Management Plans Written for Poultry Producers

Published - January 16, 2025

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Upcoming Events

Kings Mountain Hometown Farmers Market Saturday | Jun 20 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM 313 S Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA
Foothills Farmers' Market Saturday | Jun 20 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM Bobby Bell Pavilion, 126 W Marion St, Shelby, NC 28150, USA
Kings Mountain Hometown Farmers Market Saturday | Jun 27 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM 313 S Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA
Foothills Farmers' Market Saturday | Jun 27 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM Bobby Bell Pavilion, 126 W Marion St, Shelby, NC 28150, USA
Foothills Farmers' Market Saturday | Jul 04 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM Bobby Bell Pavilion, 126 W Marion St, Shelby, NC 28150, USA
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News From NC State Extension

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Free NC Training Series: How to Launch a Food Service Business

Published - June 18, 2026

From: Food Business
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Tobacco Connection: Vol. 3, No. 2 (Summer 2026 Update)

Published - June 18, 2026

From: Tobacco Growers Information
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Apple Disease Update: Week of June 14, 2026

Published - June 17, 2026

From: Southern Appalachian Apples
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Center Update: Organic Matter Measurement and Management on Sand-Based Putting Greens

Published - June 17, 2026

From: TurfFiles
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WNC Orchard Insect Pest Update - June 17, 2026

Published - June 17, 2026

From: Southern Appalachian Apples
Flyer with information on upcoming therapeutic horticulture course
Register NOW for TH3: Accommodating Diverse Populations!

Published - June 17, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
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Drought and Irrigation Considerations - June 2026

Published - June 16, 2026

From: Tobacco Growers Information
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Midweek with Therapeutic Horticulture

Published - June 16, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
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Water requirements of blackberry during fruit ripening and harvest

Published - June 16, 2026

From: Blackberry and Raspberry Information Portal
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Final Update: Thrips Flight and TSWV Risk Assessment Report – June 15, 2026

Published - June 15, 2026

From: Tobacco Growers Information
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