Sawflies on Roses
For the past several weeks I have noticed damage to the leaves of my roses. Each year this happens and …
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Cottony Maple Leaf Scales About to Hatch
Cottony maple leaf scale, Pulvinaria acericola, is one of several ‘cottony’ scales in the genus Pulvinaria. Cottony camellia scale …
Update: Dr. Mike Parker in Recovery
Dr. Mike Parker is continuing to recover from his accident. He has had several surgeries to his right leg …
Should You Tank Mix Herbicide / Nitrogen With Insecticide to Control Stink Bugs in Corn?
Should you tank mix herbicides or nitrogen with insecticide to control stink bugs in corn? To be short and …
"Raining" in Mosquitoes
Recent heavy rains and flooding across many areas of the state will create many breeding areas for mosquitoes. While …
Coastal NC Landscape Plant Dos and Don'ts
As with any area, proper plant selection along our beaches and barrier islands is very important. The publication, Native …
Help the US Fish & Wildlife Service!
The US Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) is trying to learn more about the distribution of an aquatic plant …
2017 Census of Agriculture
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) began mailing the 2017 Census of Agriculture to …
2018 Cultured Seafood Festival, March 9 in New Bern
The 2018 North Carolina Aquaculture Development Conference (NCADC) is excited to announce the culminating event of the conference, the …
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