Our Approach To Weight Loss

There’s no easy way to lose weight, the belief that there is a quick and easy solution to lasting weight loss creates a major problem. It leads to investing in the latest and “greatest” MORE »Posted: Today

What Could Be Causing Brown Patches In My Lawn?

It’s Back! Large Patch that is … You know it’s officially spring in North Carolina when there are giant patches of brown grass in bermudagrass, centipedegrass, St. Augustinegrass, and zoysiagrass. These giant patches of MORE »Posted: 5/16/13

Covered Lagoon Systems Saving Energy and Farms

Research is being done all around the world to find a renewable source of energy that can sustain us as a people. Earth has just about seven billion people on it consuming energy. In MORE »Posted: 5/16/13

Older Americans Month 2013 – Unleash The Power Of Age!

Every year since 1963, May has been the month to appreciate and celebrate the vitality and aspirations of older adults and their contributions and achievements. It is a proud tradition that shows our nation’s MORE »Posted: 5/14/13

Climate Change Adaptation Webinar Series

Climate and weather:  two very different things.  The first is based on long-term trends; the second is what’s happening this week outside.  People understand climate when it comes to December temperature differences between North MORE » – from   Onslow County CenterPosted: 5/13/13

Weed Control In Pastures and Hay Fields

Now that summer is upon us and some dry days have arrived, producers have started making hay.  With this increase in activity, I have received quite a few calls regarding weed control in hay MORE »Posted: 5/10/13

How Can I Manage Mosquitoes Around My Landscape?

As temperatures increase along with outdoor activities, so does the annoyance of mosquitoes.  They have the potential to transmit disease organisms to humans and animals. Typically mosquitoes are active at night.  Mosquitoes breed in MORE »Posted: 5/9/13

When and What Type of Fertilizer Should I Use On My Lawn?

Now that spring has sprung and warm season grasses such as Bermuda, Centipede, Zoysia, and St. Augustine are flourishing, it is time to begin applying fertilizer.  Each type of warm season grass needs different MORE »Posted: 5/6/13