Register Now for Virtual Pollinator Field Day June 22
The North Carolina Pollinator Conservation Alliance invites you to kick off National Pollinator Week 2021 and join us for our fourth …
Pest Management
Canning, Freezing, Food Preservation Books and Dial Pressure Canner Testing!
Free Dial Gauge Pressure Canner Testing Available Don’t you just love all of the great fresh fruits and vegetables that …
2021 Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Class Announcement
The Extension Master Gardener℠ program of Cleveland County is an educational program designed to enhance public education in consumer horticulture. …
Urgent New Pest Alert: Box Tree Moth Found in the US
Box tree moth, Cydalima perspectalis, is native to Asia. It was introduced into Europe in 2007 and quickly spread …
Upcoming Facebook Live Presentations - Food Preservation & Smoothies!
Join us on Facebook Live for: Food Preservation and Freezing Basics – Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 6 p.m. Healthy & …
View Webinar Recording: A Homeowner's Guide to Pollinator Friendly Mosquito Management
The North Carolina Pollinator Conservation Alliance conducted a webinar on May 25, 2021, entitled “A Homeowner’s Guide to Pollinator …
Hands-on Weed ID for Pastures and Turf
This is going to be a great training opportunity for folks that are trying to get a handle on …
New Video on Goat or Sheep Hoof Trimming for Beginner
Are you new to owning sheep and/or goats and not sure where to start with hoof trimming? Follow along …
Calico Scales About to Hatch!
Calico scale, Eulecanium cerasorum, was accidentally introduced to California from Asia in the 1920s. It has now become established …
Master Gardener Volunteers Annual Plant Sale Announcement!
Garden and Outdoor Living Tour! Cleveland County Arts Council and Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Cleveland County June 5, 2021 The …
Installing a New Package of Bees? Here's a New Tip to Improve Acceptance
Springtime for beekeepers is synonymous with starting new colonies, especially since winter losses have been hovering ~25% every year …
An Update on Asian Giant Hornets
Last year, there was a lot of media buzz (no pun intended) surrounding the introduction of Asian giant hornets …
Free Social Media Toolkit: Protecting Farmworkers From Pesticide Exposure
How can you encourage farmworkers and their families to use practices that minimize the risk of pesticide exposure? The …
2021 Dallas Ward Memorial Scholarship Opportunity
This scholarship was established by Cleveland County Cattlemen’s Association, Inc. (CCCA) in 2000. Initial funding was provided by members …
How Do I Get a Pesticide License?
To get a pesticide license there are a few steps to take, but it’s all pretty straightforward. Below is …
Coming Soon... SPRING SPECTACULAR DAIRY GOAT SHOW
Having canceled last year’s event due to COVID-19, we are pleased to announce the return of the ADGA-Sanctioned Spring …
Steps to Health - Take Control Virtual Class Offered
Come learn lifelong habits to help you eat healthily and be physically active! Nutrition Program for Adults! Take control NOW to …
Upcoming Virtual Air-Blast Sprayer Training - UPDATED
The NC State Small Fruits Extension Program is organizing an Air-Blast Sprayer Training in an HYBRID format April 13-14, 2021. …
Too Few or Too Many Grazing Animals…? Defining Adequate Stocking Rate
Please view this VIDEO explaining the basics of defining an adequate stocking rate. Defining the stocking rate is the most …
Face Fly Control
Face Fly Control Greg Traywick, Cleveland County Extension Director March, 2021 Wet spring weather usually means greater numbers of face flies, a …
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