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North Carolina Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation.

Wilson County 4-H Livestock Show and Sale

March 24-25, 2010

Wilson County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Wilson County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

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	Plant Fact Sheets
Over 4000 fact sheets on specific plants including images, cultivars, and cultural information can be found on this site. Find out about annual flowers, perennial flowers, summer and fall flowering bulbs and plants to attract birds and butterflies. This site also contains information on trees, grasses and almost any kind of plant that you can imagine. MORE

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Being prepared for a disaster is the best way to minimize losses and recovery time. North Carolina Cooperative Extension is a provider of research-based, educational materials to help individuals, families, communities and businesses. Each year, millions of people are affected by natural disasters and their consequences. This information has been produced to offer assistance in dealing with natural disasters. MORE

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Events

	Pasture Management for Horse Owners February 16th, 2010 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Wilson, NC
	A program will be presented via the internet for horse owners on Tuesday, February 16th, at 6:30 PM at the Wilson County Agricultural Center located at 1806 SW Goldsboro Street, Wilson. The program will provide educational information for horse owners on pasture management. Refreshments will be provided by Purina Mills and P. L. Woodard & Company. Please RSVP to Connie Bailey at 237-0111. Call if you have any questions or need additional information. ... MORE

	Proposed NC Landscape Contractor License Legislation February 26th, 2010 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wilson, NC
	You're invited to a Town Hall Meeting! Learn the details of the proposed license legislation from representatives with the NC Green industry Council, The North Carolina Nursery and Landscape Association, The North Carolina Landscape Contractor's Registration Board and the North Carolina Irrigation Contractor's Licensing Board. This is an opportunity for everyone to ask questions, voice your opinions and concerns and help determine how or if to move this legislative initiative forward. Handouts will be provided Your ... MORE

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News

Tobacco Greenhouse Seedling Management
Posted January 27th, 2010 in Agriculture & Food: Field Crops

A successful tobacco crop begins with a healthy tobacco seeding in the greenhouse. I thought I would review several important issues in producing transplants. Prior to seeding, greenhouse preparation and sanitation is essential. Take the time to cleanup up inside and outside the greenhouse. Tall weeds can be home for crickets, ants and mice that can damage plant stands. After mowing weeds, apply a general insecticide around the greenhouse for cricket and ant control and ... MORE

Master Gardener Volunteer Training
Posted January 8th, 2010 in Lawn & Garden

NEWSARTICLE-TIME SENSITIVE January 8, 2010 Cyndi Lauderdale, Ext. Agent Master Gardener Volunteer Training to Begin February 23 The mission of the Master Gardener Program is to train volunteers to develop and deliver horticultural programs that meet the needs of county residents. The key to a successful Master Gardener program is the trained volunteer. The program is based on volunteers willing to share their knowledge and time to help county residents put gardening knowledge to work to improve ... MORE

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