ReadyNC.gov Serves Multiple Languages
The state of North Carolina offers an emergency resource with multi-language translation capabilities. Use ReadyNC.gov as a supplement to the …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - August 7, 2024
First generation brown marmorated stink bug continues to emerge throughout the region. Temperatures have not been quite as warm …
Issuance of Executive Order 311 to Help Farmers
Per NCDA&CS: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUG. 5, 2024 CONTACT: Andrea Ashby, director NCDA&CS Public Affairs Division 919-707-3004; andrea.ashby@ncagr.gov Statement from Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler on waiving …
When It Floods, Stay Safe
Much of North Carolina may experience heavy rain and storms over the next few days. Slow moving storms may …
Tropical Weather - Be Prepared
With the remnants of Hurricane Debby headed for North Carolina, the time to prepare is now. At the time …
Super Bowl - Super Dips
Wow, my favorite time of the year! People gathered together around a table full of dips, spreads and finger …
Landscape Alert - Noisy Cicadas
This summer is going to be noisy! The famous cicada is going to be emerging in incredible numbers in …
Pest Alert - Boxelder Bugs
Boxelder bugs are native insects that can sometimes be a nuisance for homeowners. The black insect with orange markings …
Prune Your Fruit Trees in February
February is the time to prune fruit trees such as apple, pear, plum, cherry, peach & nectarine. Don’t wait. According …
Henderson County Cooperative Extension Staff Awarded
Multiple local agents at Henderson County Cooperative Extension office were awarded during the annual North Carolina Cooperative Extension West …
All About Caring for Trees in Your Backyard
Join your County Agent and tree enthusiast Steve Pettis for a class about trees on February 26th at the …
Farmworker Health and Safety Program
The Farmworker Health and Safety Program (Farmworker Program) is entering its 3rd year in Henderson County. The purpose of …