2021 WNC Hemp Grower Meeting
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Register Now for Climate Webinar on April 26
The North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center will offer a Climate Webinar on April 26, 2021, from 7–9 p.m …
What Pesticides Are Registered for Hemp in NC in 2021?
3/10/2021 – Yesterday, the EPA released a long list of pesticides that they have cleared for use on hemp: …
Invitation to Chatham Farms and Related Businesses to Join the NC Farm App
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Update on the Final Rule for Hemp
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Celebrating Chatham County Beekeeper and Conservationist Judy Pick
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Nutritional Guides for Greenhouse Hemp
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Keep an Eye on Mg Levels for Hemp Production
2/13/2021 – A team of researchers in the Department of Horticultural Science at NC State University, led by undergraduate …
Chatham County Beekeepers Offer an Intro to Beekeeping Online Course
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New Hemp Nitrogen and Potassium Info!
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WNC Hemp Growers Meeting-Feb. 17, 2021
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2021 Southeastern Apple Growers Meeting
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Farm Safety & GAP Training Series
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Hemp Connections Rule Changes on January 1
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Enhancing Your Growing Practices - 3 Part Series for Small Farm
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View ForestHer NC Webinar Recordings on Managing for Wildlife
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2021 Winter Vegetable Conference & 53rd Annual Tomato Growers Meeting
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Farm Visit Snapshots: Granite Springs Farm
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