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Recent Publications related to Commercial Horticulture, Nursery & Turf
Weed Management on Organic Farms
Organic farmers cite weed management as their number one research priority. This publication in the …
Compost Production and Use in Sustainable Farming Systems
This field note for farmers published by the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) describes …
Composting on Organic Farms
This publication describes the composting process, how to make compost that meets National Organic Program …
Peach Cultivars
The purpose of this bulletin is to summarize the specific characteristics of the cultivars released …
Weed Management in Lettuce
Weed competition in lettuce reduces both yield and head quality. This cool-season crop faces competition …
Weed Management in Onions
Most commercial onions produced in North Carolina are seeded in the fall and harvested in …
Weed Management in Collards, Kale, Mustard, and Turnip Greens
Cool-season leafy greens face a different weed spectrum than warm-season crops. The presence of weeds …
Weed Management in Broccoli, Cabbage, and Cauliflower
Keeping weeds out early in the season is very important for cole crops that are …