Soybeans: The Ultimate Legume
If you’ve ever driven through northeast North Carolina during the summer months and wondered, “What’s in that field?”, it …
Jody Carpenter
Former Extension Agent, Agriculture - Field CropsJody is no longer active in Extension
Currituck County Centerjbcarpe5@ncsu.edu
Job Description I provide aid to the agricultural community in the form of educational opportunities with the latest research from NC State University. Areas of responsibility include field crops, pesticide education, consumer horticulture and local foods.
Recent Posts by Jody Carpenter
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, …
Pesticide Disposal Held by N.C. Cooperative Extension and NCDA&CS
Pesticides are important tools for farmers that help limit pest (weed/insect/disease) damage in the agriculture operation. Many times excess …
Agriculture in North Carolina and Currituck County
Have you ever heard of the Ripple Effect? This is a phenomenon described as the continuing or spreading effects …
Understanding Agriculture: Series Introduction
The agriculture industry plays a vital role in our society. We all engage with agricultural products every single day. …
Pesticide Disposal Day
WHAT: Pesticide Disposal Day WHERE: Crop Production Services, Shawboro NC WHEN: February 27, 2018 N.C. Cooperative Extension and NCDA & CS are …
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 …
Genetic Engineering: What Is It Really?
Genetic Engineering and Genetically Modified Organisms, most commonly known as GMOs, are controversial topics among their critics and supporters, …