Six Ways to Celebrate Extension Master Gardener Volunteers During National Volunteer Week!
April 21 – 27 is National Volunteer Week! National Volunteer Week is the perfect time to celebrate the important work …
Congratulations 2024 PSSI Scholars!
Congratulations 2024 PSSI Scholars. We look forward to welcoming you in person to the Prestage Dept of Poultry Science June …
Silvopasture Tours; Sept. 5 & 6, North Carolina
Save-the-date. Join us for the opportunity to visit and discuss two typical silvopasture systems in North …
2024 NC State 4-H Horse Judging Contest Results
The 2024 NC State 4-H Horse Judging Contest was held April 13, 2024 at the St. Andrews University Equestrian …
Should Farmers & Gardeners Worry About the Upcoming Cicada Emergence?
In case you haven’t heard, 2024 marks the emergence of the 13-year periodical cicadas (Magicicada spp.). The 13-year cicadas are known as Brood …
Resolutions for the Farm by Cassie LeMaster
With the new year upon us, many begin to declare resolutions for themselves such as becoming more organized or …
Drought Recovery for Livestock - Livestock Forage Disaster Program
Henderson, Polk, and Transylvania counties recently met qualifying drought ratings that “trigger” eligibility for the Livestock Forage Disaster Program …
Polk County 4-H Winter Classes
2024 4-H Winter Classes – Ready for Registration – Register Now Register NOW for classes on Jotform Jotform- https://form.jotform.com/213416265960153 Register for …
December Lawn and Garden Tips
House Plant Care – Most houseplants are tropical and the house environment can be stressful. The biggest problem is …
Caring for Your Senior Horse by Cassie LeMaster
Many senior horses struggle with winter weather conditions more so than their younger herd mates. This could be because …
November Lawn and Garden Tips
Tree & Shrub Planting Fall is the ideal time for planting evergreens, conifers and deciduous plants. The cool weather and warm …
Managing Drought-Stressed Pastures
Currently, about three quarters of Polk County is considered by the U.S. drought monitor to be under moderate drought conditions …