Host-Shifts and Honey Bees: Lessons From COVID-19
This global health crisis has certainly hit us all like a ton of bricks, and at the time of …
Pest Management
Alternatives to Chlorpyriphos for Tobacco Growers
Chlorpyriphos is an organophosphate insecticide that has been the topic of recent regulatory review. The federal Environmental Protection Agency …
2020 Piedmont Regional Goat & Sheep Conference NOW Webinar Series
Join us online from the comfort of your home as we take our originally planned conference schedule and move …
European Pepper Moth Adults and Larvae Are Active in Nurseries
NC State Extension Area Specialized Agent Danny Lauderdale trapped the first European pepper moths last week. This is a …
V Pesticide Credits Offered Online!
N.C Cooperative Extension, LINCOLN COUNTY CENTER / AG ED PROGRAM Online “V” recertification pesticide credits! We obtained permission to give the “V” …
Carpenter Bees Spring Into Action
Warm weather brings people outdoors for their spring lawn and garden activities. It also signals the start of carpenter …
Soil Testing Delays
To help limit the spread of COVID-19 in our community, public access to the Eaddy Building has been restricted …
New! Covid-19 Resources and Information
https://covid19.ces.ncsu.edu/ COVID-19 has disrupted our lives and routines, from how we work, play and parent, to how we learn, shop …
Hive Inspection on Facebook Live 3 P.M. TODAY!
Join County Extension Director Bill Skelton and N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Bee Inspector Lewis Cauble as …
Agronomic Division Labs Accepting Limited Samples Due to COVID-19
Please share with growers who submit samples to the Agronomic Division’s Labs. To help limit the spread of COVID-19 in …
NC 4-H YouTube Channel
Looking for great learning experiences for your youth? Take a look at our NC 4-H YouTube Channel! New videos …
Resources for Combating Stress and Anxiety in Family Life During COVID-19
Resources for combating stress and anxiety in family life during COVID-19. See the PDF for clickable links. COVID-19 Additional Resources Handout …
COVID-19 Resources Shared From Cleveland County Family & Consumer Sciences
1. COVID-19 Preventive Measures – Clean Your Hands Often. https://www.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Handwashing_COVID-19_Social-Media-Image_031520-2.png 2. COVID-19 Resources for Families – Message from Dr. Sarah …
Termites Making an Appearance
Rain across many areas of North Carolina over the next few days followed by warmer temperatures will likely bring …
March 25-26 Shelby Pesticide Training School Canceled
The March 25-26, 2020, Pesticide School that was scheduled to be held in Shelby, NC has been canceled until …
2020 Extension Master Gardener Class Offered
The Extension Master Gardener℠ program of Cleveland County is an educational program designed to enhance public education in consumer …
Using Chicken Litter for Row Crops and Pastures
Winner! Winner! Chicken Litter “Why does chicken litter produce more than commercial fertilizer on a hayfield?” “When is the best time to …
Fraud and Crime Prevention Workshop
Cleveland County Extension & Community Association (ECA) and N.C. Cooperative Extension of Cleveland County hosts Fraud and Crime Prevention Presented by Major Joel …
Grape Pruning Workshop
Please join us for a hands-on pruning demonstration on February 29, 2020, at Triple BBB Vineyard. If you are planning …
CANCELLED: Shiitake Mushroom Workshop Offered
WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID – 19 PRECAUTIONS. Shiitake Mushroom Workshop Shiitake Mushroom Workshop flyer Saturday, March 21, 2020, 10 …
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