Western Piedmont Corn Variety Trail 2023
Since the USDA’s first corn yield records in 1866, there have been significant advancements in corn production. Initially averaging …
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Dry Weather, but Be Ready When It Does Rain
This is the third consecutive fall in Caldwell County that has been marked by dry conditions. Currently, I’d describe …
Unseen Potential of Drones in Livestock Management
As a child, the dream of soaring above the world and observing life from above was captivating. Today, this …
Coping With Dry Conditions: Essential Grazing Management Tips for Caldwell County's Livestock Farmers
If your fields and pastures seem a little more bare than usual, you’re not alone. Anyone with grazing animals …
2nd Annual Western NC Meat Goat Conference
Make plans to attend the 2nd annual Western N.C. Meat Goat Conference on Friday October 27 th, 2023. The conference …
Bridging the Gap Between Technology and Real-World Agricultural Challenges
In the world of farming and agriculture, innovation is key to ensuring bountiful harvests and economic sustainability. One individual who …
Oriental Bittersweet Vine Invades Our Shores!
Avast (stop), ye hearty seafarers, and lend thine ears to a tale of botanical plunder. Behold, the insidious Oriental bittersweet …
Just-in-Time Learning Session - OTC Livestock Antibiotics
Just-In-Time Learning Session – Dr. Mark Alley – OTC Livestock Antibiotics In 6 weeks farmers will be unable to just …
Apply Bait When Fire Ants Are Foraging
Red imported fire ants are finding their way to Caldwell County. Soon you may have them on your property. …
DEQ Announces #2 High Rock Lake All Stakeholders Meeting
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality announced the second in-person stakeholder High Rock Lake Nutrient Management Strategy Meeting …
Warmer Weather Brings Mosquitos Back to Life
I like this time of year. The days are getting longer, the weather is warming, and everything is coming …
Announcement: Virtual Public Informational Session March 29, 2023
The NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) are developing rules for the High Rock Lake Watershed. The department just …