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Buncombe County Pesticide School: April 14th-15th

If you need to obtain a pesticide license, please join us for our online Pesticide School happening April 14th-15th!To register for this online school, visit pesticideschools.com. This 1.5-day school…

Flier regarding pesticide license holder new requirement. Read article for full requirements.

**New Recertification Requirements for NC Pesticide License Holders**

New pesticide requirements are now in effect for all NC Commercial Pesticide applicators and NC Private Pesticide applicators who took their pesticide exam prior to July 1st, 2025. See the Q&A…

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Heat Disorders and Heat Action Planning

With the recent high temperatures across our region, we need to keep heat disorders in mind. Key things to keep in mind are to stay cool, stay hydrated and know the symptoms.Check out the CDC’s About…

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Garden to Fair : Enter Your Bounty

It won’t be long before the summer’s growing season is in full swing. Now is the time to start thinking about entering some of your garden bounty in the agricultural exhibit at this year’s North…

Information flyer for NC A&T University's Small Farms Week conference.

Small Farms Week

The 39th annual Small Farms Week -- North Carolina A&T; State University’s annual tribute to small-scale agriculture -- is set for March 23-29 and will address the many technologies and best…

Digital Flyer for Soil Remediation Workshop titled "Restoring the Farm: From the Ground Up"

Restoring the Farm: From the Ground Up

Restoring the Farm: From the Ground UpJoin us for the first in a series of applied, field-based events focused on restoring and adding resilience to WNC farms impacted by Hurricane Helene. This kick…

Announcement for NCDA&CS Free Agronomic Services for WNC Growers

Free Agronomic Services for Western NC Growers

NCDA&CS Offers Free Agronomic Services for Western N.C. Growers RALEIGH -- It has been months since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina and recovery is still ongoing throughout the…

Tree that fell.

Chainsaw Safety Tips

Operating a chainsaw to help remove debris in the aftermath of Helene can be dangerous, especially for those that have little or no experience with a chainsaw. Be sure to seek training material both…

Beginner Chainsaw Skills Workshop poster, Asheville; Nov. 9 & Nov. 10; go.ncsu.edu/wnc-chainsaw-workshop

Beginner Chainsaw Skills Workshop- November 9th and 10th

Due to recent storm damage, many folks have debris, limbs, and trees on property that need to be safely removed. This free workshop is designed to introduce chainsaw safety and best management…

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Pesticide Disposal Day for WNC-October 24th

Calling all farmers & homeowners needing to dispose of pesticide (no dealers, businesses, or retailers)! The Buncombe County Landfill has cancelled all TV Waste/Hazardous pickup days traditionally…