NC AgVentures Grant Program application workshop - December 4, 2019
NC AgVentures is an Extension program that provides grants to NC independent family farms (agriculture-dependent families) for new and …
Farm Health & Safety
Auxin Herbicide Required Training
All persons planning to apply dicamba (Engenia, FeXapan, or XtendiMax) to Xtend cotton or soybeans or 2,4-D (Enlist Duo …
2018 Hay Show Results at NC State Fair
Congratulations to the NC farmers and farms who placed top in the 2018 Hay Show at the NC State …
Spring 2020 Pesticide School Schedule Available
The Spring 2020 Pesticide Safety School Schedule is now available for registrants who are seeking initial licensing in one …
Understanding Grain Bin Hazards
Grain bins pose serious risks to farmworkers and their families. Watch this video, created by N.C. Cooperative Extension Service …
Agroecology on-Farm Dinner, 10/7/2017
Join us for delicious food prepared with produce from our farm, farm tours, a grand opening of our new …
Respirator Fit Testing Guidelines for North Carolina Pesticide Applicators
The US Environmental Protection Agency requires that all individuals working with pesticides labeled for respiratory protection complete the following …
Do You Need a Pesticide License or Certificate?
Click on the flowchart below to help you determine if you need a pesticide license or certificate. Also, there are …
Glyphosate Carcinogenicity Review Published
Recently, concerns have been expressed about the safety of glyphosate. Although hazard analysis by some non-governmental organizations have suggested …
Don't Take Chances When Spraying Pesticides/Herbicides
With the recent nice weather and drier conditions, many farmers were finally able to spray pastures, hayfields and winter …
ATV Safety on the Farm
When all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) first appeared in the United States in the 1970s, they were promoted and sold as …
Share the Road!
The agricultural industry is the largest employer in Wilkes County and North Carolina. Motorists traveling Wilkes County’s rural roads …
Are You Ready to Make Hay While the Sun Shines?
Hay season is just around the corner. If you haven’t already, now is the time to pull out the …
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 …
Attend a Pesticide School
Pesticide Schools are hosted by the N.C. State Pesticide Safety Education Program with the help of the N.C. Cooperative …
On-Line Newsletter From Hort Science
The NCSU Department of Horticultural Science has launched a quarterly on-line Newsletter Subscribe to see great horticulture images, learn about faculty and …
Livestock Owners: What Do You Do After the Storm?
Pasture-based beef, dairy, sheep and goat farmers need to be diligent in checking livestock, repairing damaged infrastructure, and looking …
Tips for Handling Livestock Safely
Many people consider animals to be stubborn or difficult, but the actions of the handler are the main culprit …
Farm Equipment and Highway Safety
Sharing the Road with Farm Equipment This time of year is a busy time for farmers. Making hay, hauling manure, …
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More Extension Programs at NC State University
National eXtension Resources
Partnerships and Organizations
- National Ag Safety Database
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
- National Pesticide Information Center Emergency Resources
- NC Agromedicine Institute
- NCDA&CS Structural Pest Control and Pesticide Division
Publications, Information, and News
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Soil Fertility on Organic Farms
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Soil Quality Considerations for Organic Farmers
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Recordkeeping Form for the USDA Restricted-Use Pesticides Regulation and the Worker Protection Standard
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Stationary Sprinkler Irrigation System
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This special topic has three components: Part 1. Using Beneficial Insect Habitat on the Farm: …
11/18/19 — CEFS Field Notes for Farmers