Horse Industry Promotion Assessment Referendum - March 8, 2017
The North Carolina Horse Council plans to hold an equine referendum to extend the Horse Industry Promotion Assessment which …
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2017 NC Corn Growers Referendum
CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION OF N. C. REFERENDUM RALEIGH—February 22 is the date when corn growers will vote on continuation of …
Timber Restoration Funds (TRF) Available Through NC Forest Service
On January 23, 2017, $1,000,000 in “time-limited” funding has been authorized to assist landowners within any counties designated in …
Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Certification UPDATE
The Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Certification UPDATE class will be offered at the Onslow County Government Center on …
NOAA Winter Outlook
The NOAA weather outlook for the winter of 2016/2017 has been released. Their video is available online. Short version: …
Hurricane Matthew Small Business Loan Program Activated
Several small business support organizations have teamed together to activate the Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program for businesses …
Pesticide Recertification for Commercial Applicators--November 18, 2016
The annual Fall ProDay event will be held this year at 25 Referendum Drive, Bldng. N in Bolivia, NC. …
After the Flood: Inspect, Purge, and Disinfect Your Well
Floodwaters can contain debris that can damage drinking water wells and cause them to become contaminated with chemicals and …
Managing Storm and Disaster Damage in Landscapes and Nurseries
This excellent resource has been compiled by Anthony LeBude, Extension Nursery Specialist. It includes information about plant sensitivity to …
Hurricane Matthew Water Testing Kits Available
Do you have a drinking water well? Was it submerged by flooding from Hurricane Matthew? If yes to both …
NC Green Industry Hurricane Matthew Recovery Resources
Thanks to the NC Nursery and Landscape Association for pulling this information together! NC Green Industry – Hurricane Matthew Recovery …
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