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Fueling Bacon

This article was written and published by NC Farm Families(NCfarmfamilies.com). This original article can be found at: Fueling Bacon Meet …

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Backyard Flock Egg Production

Article adapted from Keeping Garden Chickens in NC, an NC State Extension publication So, you just got your own flock …

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Judgin' in June

Judgin’ in June – Livestock Judging Contest June 27, 2025 Cost = $8 per contestant 3- 4 Classes, 1-2 Sets of Questions, …

Congrats - 2025 PSSI Scholars

Congrats 2025 PSSI Scholars!

Congratulations to the incoming 2025 Poultry Science Summer Immersion Scholars! Prestage Department of Poultry Science looks forward to welcoming in-person …

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Fly Control for Beef Cattle

It is never too early to start thinking about fly control for your cattle herd. In fact, if your …

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Youth Pork Day Success

Nearly 600 fourth graders from eight elementary schools of Sampson County learned all about pork production at Hubb’s Farm …

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Conservation Easements and Agreements: Obligations, Modification and Termination

Participation in conservation practices and restrictions comes in various forms, from revocable-at-will, revocable with penalty, …

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Sales Tax: Exemptions for Farm Product Sales

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Sludge Sampling in Anaerobic Treatment Swine Lagoons

Anaerobic swine lagoon sludge sampling allows operators to determine the nutrient concentration in the sludge …

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This publication discusses flying unmanned aerial vehicles (drones, model aircraft) for commercial purposes. You'll learn …

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Herd Animal Death Problems

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Chapter 9. Produce Packaging

This is chapter 9 of a comprehensive guide to postharvest engineering topics for the proper …

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Vaccinating Goats Against Enterotoxemia and Tetanus: Is it Necessary?

It is generally advised that all goats be vaccinated against overeating disease (enterotoxemia) and tetanus. …

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This factsheet offers some information on the signs, symptoms, and treatment of coccidiosis, the most …