Post Written By Luke Owen, Extension Agent, Agriculture

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Luke OwenExtension Agent, Agriculture - Commercial Horticulture N.C. Cooperative Extension, Buncombe County Center

Invasive plants are defined as being non-native in the ecosystem they are found in, and their introduction can cause …

A wonderful addition to your shade garden, Bishop’s Hat adorns delicate, airy raceme flower heads that can be yellow, …

Granulate ambrosia beetles are a common pest in nursery and landscape trees throughout the Southeast. Introduced in the early …

Forest landowners suffered a tremendous loss of investment when Hurricane Helene leveled 822,000 acres of forestland. Many have been …

Join us for a free and informative chainsaw safety workshop! This 3-hour workshop will focus on safety principles around …

Register online! Join us for a chainsaw safety workshop designed for beginners to help safely remove debris and fallen trees. …

Operating a chainsaw to help remove debris in the aftermath of Helene can be dangerous, especially for those that …

Due to recent storm damage, many folks have debris, limbs, and trees on property that need to be safely …

Be sure to apply for this newly created grant for small businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene! The initiative is …

Calling all farmers & homeowners needing to dispose of pesticide (no dealers, businesses, or retailers)! The Buncombe County Landfill …

If you have experienced flood damage to pesticide storage facilities, or pesticide products have been deposited on your property …

After a disaster, tree clean-up is a priority especially in western North Carolina. It is important to remember that …