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Microgreens for Macro-Satisfaction

Published - April 6, 2026

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Learn more and get involved with the Great Southeast Pollinator Census in NC in 2026

Published - April 6, 2026

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PDIC Adverse Weather Closure

Published - January 23, 2026

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
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Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture: Register Now for August!

Published - January 19, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
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From the Mountains to the Sea: the Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a success in 2025

Published - January 6, 2026

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Register for the 2026 Gardens, Lawns & Landscapes Classes

Published - November 21, 2025

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Plants for Fairy Gardens

Published - November 21, 2025

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NC Small Grain Growers Assessment Referendum

Published - November 19, 2025

From: Hertford County Center
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Save the date for SEVAD
Register Now for Southeast Value Added Dairy Conference!

Published - July 10, 2026

From: Dairy
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Resources for Drought Management Webinar

Published - July 10, 2026

From: Beef
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Upcoming WNC AgOptions Grant Info Sessions

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Dairy
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Question About the Value of Paraquat Peanut Notes No. 151 2026

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Peanut
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Leaf Spot and Sclerotinia Blight Advisories Available Peanut Notes No. 150 2026

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Peanut
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Tank Mixture Question Peanut Notes No. 149 2026

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Peanut
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Prohexadione Calcium Timing Peanut Notes No. 148 2026

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Peanut
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Spider Mites Peanut Notes No. 147 2026

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Peanut
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K Question Peanut Notes No. 146 2026

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Peanut
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Landscape Tips for Drought

Published - July 8, 2026

From: Gardening
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