Tips for Making the Most of Silage
With the recent popularity of haylage production within the county, attention needs to be taken on handling, storage and …
John Cothren
County Extension Director and Ext Agent, Agriculture - Livestock and Field Crops Wilkes County Centerjohn_cothren@ncsu.eduStreet Address:416 Executive Dr
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
Mailing Address:416 Executive Dr
Suite B
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
Suite B
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
Recent Posts by John
Drought and Animal Feed Requirements
Livestock producers in western North Carolina have been impacted by the worst drought in recent years. There has been …
Helpful Tips for Bull Selection
Bull selection can be tricky business but one good thing about it is that “one size fits all” does …
Switching Gears for Next Year's Calf Crop
As many producers wrap up calving season, it’s time to switch gears and start thinking about next year’s calf …
How Do You Choose the Best Winter Cover Crop for Your Situation?
Corn harvest is underway in most of North Carolina and tobacco fields are being stripped as harvest season kicks …
What's Ahead for the Cattle Market? Get Out Your Crystal Ball
What should I do with my calves now that the market tanked? This is a question I have received …
If You Own Cattle, Watch Out for Those Acorns!
I know there are many people out there, like myself, who enjoy the cooler temperatures of fall. Even the …
After the Storm...Dealing With Damage on the Farm
Pasture-based beef, dairy, sheep and goat farmers need to be diligent in checking livestock, repairing damaged infrastructure, and looking …
Meet Some of John's Colleagues
Wilkes County, North Carolina
Buchanan, BrentArea Specialized Agent, Agriculture - Dairy
Herchler, MarissaArea Specialized Agent, Agriculture - Animal Food Safety (FSMA P…
Lord, BillArea Specialized Agent, Water Resources
Mauney, CraigExtension Area Specialized Agent, Agriculture - Commercial Veget…
McDowell, RachelArea Specialized Agent, Consumer & Retail Food Safety
Nobles, CurreyArea Specialized Agent, Food Safety
Rogers, ElenaArea Specialized Agent, Agriculture - Food Safety - Fresh Produc…
Taylor, AmandaArea Specialized Agent, Nursery & Greenhouse, Western Region
Woodward, MitchArea Specialized Agent, Watersheds & Water Quality