Bringing Augmented Reality to Feed Milling Distance Education
from DELTA: NC State’s Feed Mill Education Unit has become a magnet for emerging technologies and innovation thanks to several …
Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
Preparing for Disaster: Governor Cooper Issues State of Emergency and Suspension of Vehicle Regulations
Governor Roy Cooper has issued Executive Order No. 100 in preparation for potential severe weather associated with Hurricane Dorian. . …
Compliance Date for Preventive Controls for Animal Food Approaching
The final compliance date for the Preventive Controls for Animal Food (PCAF) rule, part of the Food Safety Modernization …
International Symposium on Precision Systems and Data Analysis in Animal Agriculture
The NC State Food Animal Initiative is pleased to invite attendees to the first International Symposium on Precision Systems …
Impact of African Swine Fever on Feed Manufacturing Facilities
African Swine Fever (ASF) has been a major topic of conversation in the last few months, as outbreaks have …
Now Available - New FDA Guidance for Small Business Size
The Food and Drug Administration has released a new guidance document for determining the number of employees for purposes …
A Work in Progress: Streamlining Feed Mill Studies
As part of a blended learning grant project for Feed Manufacturing Technology, DELTA teamed up with Marissa Herchler and Adam …
Poultry Processing Demonstration - Lenoir County
There will be a Poultry Processing Demonstration from the N.C. Cooperative Extension of Lenoir County in mid-May. Please see the …
Defend the Flock Biosecurity Program From USDA
PDPS is proud to partner with USDA APHIS to support the Defend the Flock public education program. New resources, …
Opportunities for Collaboration Between NASS and Extension
A new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) was signed in July 2018. …
Two Publications to Aid Decisions about Solar Energy and Installations
We have two new publications available through NC State Extension to help landowners, lawmakers, the media, and citizens to …
Upcoming 2017 Census of Agriculture
The Census of Agriculture happens just once every five years. Farmers/Ranchers, this is your voice, your opportunity to be …
2017 Pecan Spray Guide Available
A new pecan publication is available for North Carolina pecan growers. The 2017 Commercial Pecan Spray Guide was prepared by …
NC Cattlemen's Association - Call for Research, Extension and 4H Program Proposals and Reports 2016
Proposals and reports are due Monday, October 19, 2015 …
NC Blueberry Council - Call for Research and Extension Program Proposals and Reports 2016
Proposals and reports are due Friday, October 9, 2015 …
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Muscadine Grapes in the Home Garden
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Bunch Grapes in the Home Garden
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Home Garden - Asparagus Production
Asparagus has been considered a garden delicacy since Roman times. Any home gardener can grow …
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Extension Programming Models
This publication illustrates the NC State Extension Model for Program Planning and Evaluation for proactive …
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Raspberries in the Home Garden
Red raspberries are some of the most sought after small fruits in the state. The …
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Casoron (dichlobenil)
This pesticide factsheet covers the use and characteristics of Casoron (dichlobenil).
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Land Application of Municipal Sludge: Advantages and Concerns
This factsheet explains how proper land application of municipal biosolids can protect public health and …
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Devrinol (napropamide)
This pesticide factsheet covers the use and characteristics of Devrinol (napropamide).
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