Brown patches might be result of improper lawn maintenance

Q: What is the cause of brown patches and dead spots in my centipede lawn? A: Centipede decline is a term used to describe common problems seen in centipede lawns. These common problems result MORE »Posted: 5/21/13

To fight hollyhock rust, break disease cycle

Q: I’ve had problems with holly hock rust in the past, is there anything I can do this year to stop it? A: Hollyhock is an old-fashion garden flower that many enjoy growing in MORE »Posted: 5/21/13

Let your voice be heard

Let Your Voice Be Heard – You CAN make a difference! “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead MORE »Posted: 5/9/13

Free Range or Case Eggs = Same Nutritional Value

The general public often thinks that eggs produced by free-range hens are nutritionally superior to eggs obtained from layers kept in traditional battery cages.  However, a recent scientific study has called this popular perception MORE »Posted: 5/7/13

Avian Inflenza (H7N9) Update

I am sure most of you have heard about the H7N9 strain of avian influenza outbreak in China.  As of April 16, 2013, there were 63 cases of humans contracting the disease resulting in MORE »Posted: 5/7/13

4-H Summer Day Camp Registration Begins May 20, 2013

Click link below to see the 4-H Summer Day Camp Brochure 2013 We will start accepting registration on May 20th. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/2013-4-H-Summer-Day-Camps-.pdf PLEASE NOTE:  A medical release form must be completed and notarized for each MORE »Posted: 5/7/13

With grass absent, moss fills in

Q: How can I get rid of moss in my lawn? A: Often time people find areas of moss growing in their lawn and ask what they can do to eliminate it. Moss is MORE »Posted: 5/7/13

Pay it forward

Research has shown that the good feelings you experience when helping others may be just as important to your health as exercise and a healthy diet. Giving back is an area too many of MORE »Posted: 5/3/13