Think the Ground Is Dry? Wet? Not Sure?
The NC Drought Monitor website lets you see current and historical drought conditions. Also discussed are river levels and …
Field Crops
Timing Spring Nitrogen Application for Wheat
Wet weather seems to be a common occurrence for us this winter here in Sampson County. This is not …
DEA Certified Labs for Testing Your Hemp
1/14/2020 – The new federal hemp rules require hemp testing to be conducted by DEA registered laboratories only. Growers …
2019 - NC's Warmest Year...so Far
It’s official. According to the blog posted by the North Carolina State University Climate Office, 2019 edged out 1990 …
The Importance of Animal Waste Analyzation for Proper Crop Application
The manure produced from animal production is a valuable crop fertilization resource. Based on the average nutrient values of …
Important Information From NCDA&CS About Hemp Licenses
On November 21, 2019, we posted information about how the new USDA interim final rule would potentially impact our …
EPA Approves Pesticides for Hemp
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved 10 pesticides for use on hemp. Of the pesticides approved, 9 are …
How to Develop a Marketing Risk Plan for Your Farm
Managing marketing risk begins with a marketing plan. A marketing plan is the way you have decided you will …
NC Industrial Hemp Commission Comments on USDA Hemp Rule
On Oct. 31, 2019, the USDA released its interim final rule that establishes a domestic hemp production program. The …
USDA Extends Comment Period for Hemp Rule
The USDA published an interim final rule for the Domestic Hemp Production program on Oct. 31, 2019. The USDA …
N.C. Industrial Hemp Commission Meeting on Dec. 19
WHO/WHAT: The Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting so Commission members can review and approve applications and discuss …
Weed Removal: A Simple Yet Vital Pest Management Strategy
The holiday season often signifies the end of our growing season for field grown crops. Most if not all …
Federal Agencies Clarify Requirements for Banks Working With Hemp Businesses
The Federal Reserve Board, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, …
USDA Clarifies Policy on Organic Certification of Hemp
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released a clarification of their policy for the organic certification of …
NC Industrial Hemp Commission Resolution: Continue Pilot Program for 2020
The NC Industrial Hemp Commission met on Friday, November 22, 2019. During this meeting the Commission passed a resolution …
Hemp: Breaking Down USDA's Rule & NC Law
On October 31, 2019, the USDA released its interim final rule (IFR) which establishes the US Domestic Hemp Production …
*Updated Time: NC Industrial Hemp Commission to Host Emergency Meeting Nov. 22
Update on 11/19/19: The meeting will now start at 2 p.m. WHO/WHAT: The Industrial Hemp Commission will hold an emergency public …
NC Industrial Hemp Commission Meeting – November 12
The next meeting of the NC Industrial Hemp Commission will be on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 2 p.m. via …
USDA Releases Regulations for Hemp Production Program
The USDA has released its interim regulations to create a domestic hemp production program. The agency received authority to …
Deal Struck on NC Farm Bill, Smokable Hemp Ban
By Travis Fain, WRAL statehouse reporter RALEIGH, N.C. — House and Senate negotiators struck a deal Thursday on the Farm …
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