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Meat Label Claims - How to Buy Local Animal Products

Confused by terms like grass-fed, natural, or pasture-raised? You’re not alone! Join us for an informative session to learn what common meat label claims really mean and how to make informed choices…

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New World Screwworm: What Livestock Producers Need to Know

New World Screwworm (NWS) is a dangerous parasitic fly that can cause severe and even fatal damage to livestock, pets, wildlife, and occasionally people. The pest is especially concerning…

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Forage Testing

Understanding what’s in your hay or silage is one of the most valuable steps you can take toward improving your herd’s nutrition, health, and efficiency. Forage testing allows producers to make…

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Getting Ready for Winter With Livestock

Getting Ready for Winter with LivestockWith nasty weather rolling in and daylight saving time ending this weekend, it’s clear that winter is right around the corner. Now’s the time to make sure your…

Ruminant nutrition 101 class flyer

Ruminant Nutrition 101

Feeding livestock doesn’t have to be complicated! This class is perfect for small-scale farmers and livestock owners who want to better understand what their animals need to stay healthy and…

Flyer for Class Livestock in Small Acreage Class

Raising Livestock on Small Acreage: Pasture Management Basics

Have a few acres and want to make them work for you? Learn practical strategies to maximize productivity and keep your land and animals thriving—no matter the size of your operation!Topics include:…

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Cabarrus Livestock and Field Crops Program Assessment

We're gathering input from local farmers, producers, and agricultural stakeholders to help shape the future of livestock and field crop programs in Cabarrus County. Your voice matters! This survey…

NC Hay Finder Flyer

NC Hay Finder Tool

NC State Extension, with the generous financial support of NC Farm Bureau and NC Cattlemen’s, has launched a new tool for connecting those needing hay with those who have hay to sell. The newly…

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Livestock Fly Control Options

Summer is just around the corner, and you know what that means - Flies!! Flies are a persistent nuisance on farms, and they can cause significant harm to livestock. Beyond the annoyance of constant…

2021 4-H Farm Credit Showmanship Circuit

2021 4-H Farm Credit Showmanship Circuit

The event runs from August 6 to October 9, 2021.Please register by July 9 at 5 p.m.: https://go.ncsu.edu/2021circuit2021 4-H Farm Credit Showmanship Information, Registration, & Rules