Fall Family Fun Virtual Fair
The year 2020 has been full of disappointment for many. Most recently it was announced that even the North …
Animal Agriculture
Backyard Chicken Series
Backyard Chickens for Beginners Series: The Camden, Currituck, and Perquimans County Extension Services will be teaching a two-part webinar series …
New Online Poultry Resources Available for 2020
With everything going on in the world right now, we know there is a lot of uncertainty about many …
Extension FAQs
What is that bug in my garden? Do I really have to use margarine in that recipe or is …
Meat Supply Facts
You have likely seen much on the news and floating around social media in regards to potential meat shortages …
Albemarle Area 4-H Livestock Show - Canceled
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, new guideline restrictions for livestock shows have been put into place today March 20, …
Canceled-Backyard Flocks for Beginners
*Due to the coronavirus, this class is canceled* If you’ve ever wanted to raise your own chickens, or if you …
2020 Currituck County 4-H Poultry Show
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is hosting a 4-H Domestic Poultry Show on October 10, 2020. This year, …
NCSU, 2020 Youth Market Turkey Show Registration
The 2020 Youth Market Turkey Show will be held during the NC State Fair, with turkey check-in on October …
Youth Rabbit Show
Do you love animals that are soft, have two giant ears, and a cottontail? If you said yes, then …
2019 Currituck County 4-H Poultry Show
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is hosting a 4-H Domestic Poultry Show Saturday, November 2, 2019. This year, …
Currituck Has a New Agriculture Agent
N.C. Cooperative Extension in Currituck County is proud to introduce Adam Formella as the newest member of their staff. …
N.C. Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum Vote Set for Oct 4, 2018
The North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association (NCCA) has announced that the N. C. Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum vote will take …
Disaster Resources - Florence
The potential for severe impacts from Hurricane Florence is becoming more and more imminent for our area. Please act …
Hurricane Prep for Horse Owners
As we continue to monitor the progress and track of Hurricane Dorian, horse owners should complete preparations to protect …
Parasites: The Internal / External Pest Nobody Wants
As the weather starts to break and the hot and humid conditions of Northeast North Carolina come creeping back, …
Help Us to Help You!
North Carolina Cooperative Extension helps create prosperity for North Carolina through programs and partnerships focused on agriculture and food, …
Understanding Agriculture: Series Introduction
The agriculture industry plays a vital role in our society. We all engage with agricultural products every single day. …
Respirator Fit Test / Medical Clearance Clinic
Attention Pesticide Applicators Based on changes in Worker Protection Standards, you may be required to wear a respirator per the …
NCSU, 2018 Youth Market Turkey Show Registration
The 2018 Youth Market Turkey Show will be held during the NC State Fair, with turkey check-in on October …
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A Q&A on foot rot, a contagious disease of the hooves of goats and sheep.
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