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Vacationer Supported Agriculture Expands to New Locations

Local Produce Bags are now available in 12 locations for the 2021season. NC State Extension announced that it has expanded …

— 2 weeks ago, Local Food

Agriculture Photo Contest Celebrates Chatham County's 250th Anniversary!

Chatham County is inviting residents to submit photos of local agriculture as part of a contest to celebrate Chatham …

— 1 month ago, Growing Small Farms

Podcast: Why NC Farmers Need Good Internet

The NC State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences’ Farms Food and You Podcast recently covered the topic …

— 1 month ago, Community Development

Moles and Voles, Oh My! — Written By Rob Hawk and updated by Melissa Vaughn and Chumper Walker Woodland or Pine Vole rodent Voles eat roots from garden vegetables, bulbs, and bark. You most likely deal with pine and meadow voles. Meadow voles spend most of their time above ground while pine/woodland voles are more burrow dwelling and usually have an extensive subsurface trail system that is excavated about 1 to 2 inches deep. These burrows open to the surface and often connect to above-ground runways. These burrows are small since voles are the size of plump mice. They can be a serious outdoor pest, damaging the root system on many landscape and garden plants or even girdling trees when feeding on their bark. The best way to control a vole epidemic is to set large spring loaded mice traps baited with apple slices or peanut butter near the tunnels. You can also discourage voles from invading your yard by keeping the grass mowed short and reducing the amount of thatch in the lawn. There are also poisons that can be used to kill voles but one must consider potential risks with pets, children, or non-target animals. Read the label in its entirety before using any vole poison products to avoid illegal usage and/or unintended harms. Mole Moles have large paddle-like forefeet used for digging. Image by Michael David Hill, Wikimedia Moles eat insects, worms, and other invertebrates living in your soil. Moles are not considered rodents. The tell-tale sign of moles is the visible ridges that are seen as a result of tunneling in the lawn. There is a tendency to try to control moles by applying grub killer to your lawn. Sometimes this isn’t a recommended approach since moles eat more than just grubs. The star-nosed mole, found mostly in the mountains and coastal plains, is listed as a NC Special Concern Specie and is protected by law. Reference NC law 15A NCAC 10B .0106 WILDLIFE TAKEN FOR DEPREDATIONS, found on the NCDA website for more info. The eastern mole and the hairy-tailed mole are under consideration for designation as pests. Currently, the use of poison is not labeled for moles in North Carolina. A easy control method is to simply put on your heavy boots and stomp on the ridge tunnels to flatten them. In the meantime, trapping is the recommended avenue for mole control. Article submitted by Chumper Walker, EBCI NC Cooperative Extension Director Original Article by Rob Hawk, Swain and Jackson County NCCE Director

June 2021 EBCI Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

Here is the June edition of our Agriculture and Natural Resources newsletter! See the images …

— 1 month ago

A brown millipede, the greenhouse millipede

Heavy Rains Bring Masses of Millipedes

Recent heavy rains across the state have resulted in invasions of yards and homes by what some might call …

— 1 month ago, Plant Disease and Insect Clinic

New Fork to Farmer Videos Celebrate the Community Development Effects of Farming

The NC State University Fork to Farmer Team just released four new brief videos that celebrate the role farming …

— 2 months ago, Community Development

Be a SPARK in the community. Businesses and cultural centers are vital to vibrant communities and as they recover we all have a role to play. SPARK stands for show Support, be Patience, Act with Respect and Spread Kindness. Show support by making a purchase or donation, like or follow in social media, and/or post a picture/video from visit to social media. Be patienct by preparing for longer waits, checking times and hours before visiting, and being flexible. Act with respect by following regulations of the location, being considerate of other patrons and living and let live. And spread kindness by remembering gratitude, letting people know when they do a great job and enjoying your outing! This campaign is provided by NC State Extension, Tourism Extension, the College of Natural Resources, the Mountain West Partnership and the CREATE Bridges project.

We Can All Be a SPARK!

This summer, travel is expected to have a significant rebound. Increased vaccination rates and associated declining numbers of COVID-19 …

— 2 months ago, Tourism Extension

View Webinar Recording: A Homeowner's Guide to Pollinator Friendly Mosquito Management

The North Carolina Pollinator Conservation Alliance conducted a webinar on May 25, 2021, entitled “A Homeowner’s Guide to Pollinator …

— 2 months ago, Growing Small Farms

Broadband Resources Newsletter, May 2021

The May 2021 Broadband Resources Newsletter can be found on the Community Development Portal page. It compiles several of …

— 2 months ago, Community Development

A Deep Look Into Broadband in Rural America

The Foundation for Rural Service has provided a white paper on the importance of connectivity in rural America. It …

— 2 months ago, Community Development

May 2021 EBCI Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

Here is the May edition of our Agriculture and Natural Resources newsletter! See the images below or click the …

— 3 months ago

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse stands as a beacon along the Outer Banks. The sun is lined up perfectly with the lighthouse.

Looking for Ways to Green Your Travel Business?

As we continue to see climbing rates of travelers in the US and beyond, there is a new factor …

— 3 months ago, Tourism Extension

Get Paid Promoting Rural Broadband Connectivity

The American Farm Bureau Federation is joining the American Connection Corps which is part of the American Connection Project …

— 3 months ago, Community Development

NC Festival & Events Survey Results and Resources

A survey was distributed earlier this year to gauge festival and event planner’s pandemic adjustments and future needs. From …

— 3 months ago, Tourism Extension

Farmers Have Different Internet Needs

The recent study by McKinsey confirms what everyone already knows: Farmers are different. Farmers make use of technology to …

— 3 months ago, Community Development

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Registration Open for Six Week AgVETS Training Program

The Veterans Employment Base Camp and Organic Garden (VEBCOG) along with the University of Mount Olive’s Agricultural Department, will begin …

— 3 months ago, Local Food

Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Do Extraordinary Work in Therapeutic Horticulture!!!

It is National Volunteer Appreciation Week and we celebrate the amazing, talented, energetic, generous, enthusiastic Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers …

— 3 months ago, Therapeutic Horticulture

April 2021 EBCI Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

Here is the April edition of our Agriculture and Natural Resources newsletter! 2021 EBCI Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources …

— 3 months ago

Recreation Resources Service Is Hiring!

Recreation Resources Service (RRS) within the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at NC State University is seeking …

— 4 months ago, Tourism Extension

Map Your Broadband Speed - NC Broadband Survey

Over the recent months, the residents of North Carolina have become kingly aware of their internet speed and reliability. …

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Vacationer Supported Agriculture Expands to New Locations

Agriculture Photo Contest Celebrates Chatham County's 250th Anniversary!

Podcast: Why NC Farmers Need Good Internet

June 2021 EBCI Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

Heavy Rains Bring Masses of Millipedes

New Fork to Farmer Videos Celebrate the Community Development Effects of Farming

We Can All Be a SPARK!

View Webinar Recording: A Homeowner's Guide to Pollinator Friendly Mosquito Management

Broadband Resources Newsletter, May 2021

A Deep Look Into Broadband in Rural America

May 2021 EBCI Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

Looking for Ways to Green Your Travel Business?

Get Paid Promoting Rural Broadband Connectivity

NC Festival & Events Survey Results and Resources

Farmers Have Different Internet Needs

Registration Open for Six Week AgVETS Training Program

Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Do Extraordinary Work in Therapeutic Horticulture!!!

April 2021 EBCI Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

Recreation Resources Service Is Hiring!

Map Your Broadband Speed - NC Broadband Survey

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