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Howling With CALS

NC State’s College of Agriculture and Life Science is hosting a 4 day summer camp for RISING 9th GRADERS, …

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Fall Gardening Class

Are you interested in learning how to prepare your ornamental garden for the winter? Do you have a few …

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July Livestock Newsletter

Enjoy the latest Scotland County Livestock Newsletter, packed full of information. If you would like to be added to …

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May Livestock Newsletter

Enjoy the latest Scotland County Livestock Newsletter, packed full of information. If you would like to be added to …

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2020 Pesticide Information

2020 Pesticide Information Scotland County Pesticide Applicators Private Applicator Safety (V) classes There will be two Private Applicator Safety (V) classes this …

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Understanding Grain Bin Hazards

Grain bins pose serious risks to farmworkers and their families. Watch this video, created by N.C. Cooperative Extension Service …

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