Shop-N-Stock Small Ruminant Session
Join us on September 15, 2021, from 6–7 p.m. in Reidsville for the small ruminant session of Shop-n-Stock hosted …
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2021 State 4-H Livestock Contest Results
Senior Contest Results Sr Overall Ind Sr Overall Team Sr Meat Goats Ind Sr Goats Team Sr Sheep Ind Sr Sheep Team Sr Beef Ind Sr Beef …
Feeding Late Gestation Cows
Fall calving season is right around the corner! As bred cows and heifers enter their last trimester, their nutrient …
North Carolina Production for Profit Workshop Series
Join us on November 6 and November 20, 2021, for small ruminant producer workshops related to production and profitability. …
2021 North Carolina Small Ruminant Summit Proceedings
Find proceedings for the 2021 North Carolina Small Ruminant Summit at the following …
Are You Sure That's Crabgrass?
By now, most have heard about the ability of crabgrass to provide high-quality forage during the summer months, both …
Friday Spotlight: 2021 Stokes County Agricultural Fair
The King American Legion will be hosting the 70th Stokes County Agricultural Fair. The Fair dates for 2021 are September …
Starting a Backyard Flock
Thinking of starting a backyard flock? It’s important to make a plan before getting chicks. Start by deciding what …
North Carolina Junior Beef Roundup Information
Held at the NC Mountain State Fairgrounds Fletcher, NC August 6–8, 2021 Entries are due July 25, 2021 Agenda 2021 North Carolina Junior Beef …
NC 4-H State Livestock Contests
July 29–31, 2021 Quiz Bowl Entry Form Skillathon Entry Form Livestock Judging Entry Form Contest Rules July 29, 2021 8–9 a.m. Registration for Skillathon Contest and …
General Health and Nutrition Considerations for Backyard Chickens
An in-person poultry seminar will be held on August 25, 2021, at 6 p.m. at the N.C. Cooperative Extension …
Before the Storm: Preparing Livestock for Adverse Weather
For North Carolina, Hurricane Season began June 1. Though Stokes County is located fairly far inland, we can still …
Friday Spotlight: Stokes Soil and Water Conservation District
Written by McKayla Sawyers, Stokes County District Soil/Watershed Conservationist The Stokes Soil and Water Conservation District administers and supports local, …
It's National Forage Week!
Let’s celebrate national forage week! There are many benefits of forages, even beyond being feedstuff for livestock. Here are some …
The Fight Against BVDV for Cattle Producers Isn't Over
DULUTH, GA. — Results from a recent national survey of more than 800 beef and dairy producers show positive …
Don't Forget About Water
When considering livestock nutrient needs, minds tend to go directly towards energy and protein. But what about water? Water …
2021 Wool Pool
See the attached flyer for more information regarding the 2021 Wool Pool and proper wool handling prior to delivery. …
Strategic Parasite Control in Small Ruminates
Parasites directly affect animal health, animal productivity, and the financial health of a farm. Sheep and goat producers generally …
Youth Beef Educational Workshop
What: Youth Beef Educational Workshop hosted by the NC Cattlemen’s Association (Learn about Beef Production, Processing, and Marketing) Date: July …
Friday Spotlight: B&B Farms
Today’s Friday Spotlight comes to us from B&B Farms in the Westfield area of Stokes County. The Bovender family, …
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