WNC Orchard Insect Populations for April 15, 2021
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Apple Alert: Blossom Blight Infection: April 14, 2021
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Freeze Damage to Apple Crop Varies by Variety & Location
The recent freezes that occurred on April 2-3, 2021, certainly had an impact on Henderson County’s apple trees. With …
Day of Giving Is Today - Support Extension in Henderson County
Today is the day! When you support Extension you also support your community, North Carolina 4-H, youth, and agriculture. …
Invasive Plants Found in the Mountains of North Carolina
Invasive plants are detrimental to our mountain ecosystems. Invasive plants displace native plants, kill other plants and cost humans …
COVID-19 Famers Update 3/21/2021
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Caneberry Breeding and Cultural Practices Research Updates
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Southeastern Strawberry School Webinar Series 2021
Southeastern Strawberry School Webinar Series 2021 Learn the basics of annual plasticulture strawberry production in six free webinars! Headed by Amanda …
Pruning Crapemyrtles Properly
Many gardeners have crapemyrtle trees established in their landscapes. Unfortunately, the tree has the dubious distinction among gardeners and horticulturists …
Virtual Southeastern Green Industry Update Feb. 25, 2021
UGA/UFL/NC State Extension Southeastern Industry Update February 25, 2021, Online via Zoom Conferencing 7:30–8:45 a.m. – Registration and Check-in 8:45–9:00 a.m. – …
Pesticide Licensing Recertification Classes 2021
Pesticide Licensing Recertification Classes 2021 For the Green Industry Sponsored by: Site One Landscape Supply, Arden, NC $10.00 per attendee or $40 …
CFAP 2.0 Offers Additional Assistance for Speciality Crops
This information is being provided courtesy of the Henderson County FSA office. Please contact them for more details. How to …
2021 Southeastern Vegetable Crop Handbook Now Available!
1/6/2021 – The new Southeastern Vegetable Crop Handbook is now available online. Extension vegetable specialists across the Southeast come …
Caring for Your Lawn
Cool season grasses such as fescue and Kentucky bluegrass should only be fertilized in February, September, and November. A …
Enhancing Your Growing Practices - 3 Part Series for Small Farm
This series is designed for small farmers interested in learning about food safety and obtaining their Good Agriculture Practices …
2021 Winter Vegetable Conference & 53rd Annual Tomato Growers Meeting
“Annual Conference Goes Virtual” Includes: First Time Virtual Trade Show, Virtual Seed Variety Show Case, Virtual Fumigation “Z” Training, Virtual …
The WNC Winter Vegetable Conference Goes Virtual!
SAVE THE DATES: FEBRUARY 24 AND 25, 2021 *REGISTRATION OPEN* 12/15/2020 – The tradition of the Winter Vegetable Conference and …
Identifying a Fresh Christmas Tree for Fire Safety
There is no quick answer to the question “how fresh is this tree?” On the retail lot, it is …
Boxwood Blight Information
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