2021 North Carolina Soybean Yield Contest
We are approaching soybean harvest in North Carolina and therefore County Extension Agents and growers may be considering entering …
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Wilkes Corn Tour 2021
Corn Tour Thursday, August 19, 2021, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Pesticide Credit Opportunity WHERE: Assemble at Cranberry Community Center at 10:45 a.m. to pool …
Video: Identifying Waterhemp, a New Pigweed in NC
Waterhemp is a new weed to North Carolina. It looks a lot like the other pigweeds- redroot pigweed and …
Organic Commodities Field Day | August 4, 2021 | Goldsboro, NC
Please share across your networks. The NC State University Organic Working Group will be holding an Organic Commodities Field Day …
Reducing Aflatoxin in Grain Corn
Aflatoxins are a type of mycotoxin that is produced by Aspergillus flavus which has a worldwide impact on human …
Effect of Xyway Fungicide on Corn Germination
Does applying Xyway fungicide (flutriafol) in-furrow at planting negatively affect seedling germination in corn? NC State Extension gives an independent …
Biochar Pros and Cons in Horticulture
The biggest handicap to growing crops in the Sandhills is the sandy soil. Acidic and low in organic matter, …
The PDIC Welcomes a New Lab Member
The NC State Plant Disease and Insect Clinic is happy to announce the arrival of our newest lab member, …
Webinar RECORDING: Mid-Season Soybean Management
A mid season soybean management webinar was hosted on 7/1/2021 via Zoom by NC State Extension Specialists Drs. Wes …
Plant Disease and Insect Clinic to Resume Normal Operations
We are excited to announce the NC State Plant Disease and Insect Clinic (PDIC) will be returning to normal …
Heavy Rains Bring Masses of Millipedes
Recent heavy rains across the state have resulted in invasions of yards and homes by what some might call …
Managing Stink Bugs in Corn
Stink bug numbers have been relatively low in corn across the state, but that may change during the remainder …
Mid-Season Soybean Management Webinar 7/1/21
Join us for a mid-season soybean management webinar on July 1, 2021, at 8 a.m. via Zoom. The format …
Science for Success: National Notes From the Field Webinar Series
Our national team of soybean research and Extension specialists from land-grant institutions across the United States will be hosting a …
PFP21: Soybean Preemergence Herbicide Decisions
As we start wrapping up corn planting, many people are looking toward planting some soybeans. While many other inputs …
Using Corn to Your Advantage in Weed Control
Including corn in a crop rotation provides growers with a great opportunity to get a handle on problematic weeds, …
PFP21: Soybean Cyst Nematode and HG Types – What Are They and How Can They Help You Manage SCN?
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN, Heterodera glycines) is a microscopic worm that feeds on the roots of soybean plants. This …
Introducing the New Soybean Diagnostic Key
The NC State specialists with soybean responsibilities are pleased to launch the Soybean Diagnostic Key. This key is a …
PFP21: Pre-Plant Liming and Fertilization
Proper soil fertility management is an important step for a successful soybean season. Before planting, it is important to …
Webinar RECORDING: Early Season Soybean Management
An early season soybean management webinar was hosted on 4/1/2021 via Zoom by NC State Extension Specialists Drs. Wes …
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