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We are hiring!

Become an Agent of Change in Cleveland County!

We Are Hiring! Extension Agent, Commercial Horticulture & Field CropsAre you looking for a rewarding careerhelpingCleveland County farmers be more profitable and successful? To learn more and…

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Farmers Eligible to Apply for Grant Funds

The 2026 WNC AgOptions grant cycle is now open! Local farmers are eligible to apply for up to $10k in grant funding made available by the NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission to support farm…

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Haulin' Ag

The Cleveland County Extension Center is hosting “Haulin’ Ag”, an educational program being offered by Cleveland County Farm Bureau.Farmers and drivers are invited to attend to find out what they…

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What's Happening at NC Cooperative Extension?

August 2024 N.C. Cooperative Extension is working to fill two positions, a Nutrition Program Assistant (funded in partnership with Healthy Together Cleveland) and a Commercial Horticulture Agent…

Winter Grains Meeting — Monday, Feb 28, 6–8 PM; RSVP 704-482-4365

2022 Winter Grains Meeting

The 2022 Winter Grains Meeting will be on Monday, February 28th from 6-8 PM at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cleveland County Center auditorium.Speakers include Dr. Wes Everman, Extension Weed…

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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 with Lauren Langley, Livestock Extension Agent as she demonstrates how to trim hooves in this…

Cattle

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 critical decision a land and livestock manager can make; no other grazing…

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Face Fly Control

Face Fly ControlGreg Traywick, Cleveland County Extension DirectorMarch, 2021Wet spring weather usually means greater numbers of face flies, a common pest of pastured cattle in western North…