2024 Winter Horse Educational Series

Horse owners in the area are invited to participate in the popular annual “Horse Mini-Series”. The initial class meeting will  be on Thursday, February 1st, at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Franklin County Center Annex meeting room. Sponsored meals will begin all three evenings at 6 p.m., followed by the educational programs.  Horse Series Meeting Schedule …

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North Carolina Small Farm Association recognizes Small Farmer of the Year.

R to L: Joe Nusser, President of NCSFA: Mark Speed and the Jennings Family - This years Small Farmer of the Year. Recognized at the North Carolina State Fair. Making the Presentation, Mark Speed, Steve Troxler - Commissioner of Ag: Franklin County Commissioner - Harry Foy and Joe Nusser, President of North Carolina Small Farm …

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11th Annual Franklin County Fun Livestock and poultry show

When: Friday, August 18th, Morning Where: Wildwynn Stables in Youngsville This show is for youth in the County aged 5 - 19 years old... Need to join 4 H online Hurry and register by 5pm on Monday August 14th. The following link is where they can access info and forms, rules and regulations. The following link …

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NCSFA Special Agriculture Event: Plastic Mulch in Action Tuesday, June 27 · 5:30 – 6:30pm EDT

Come see what plastic mulch looks like once it has been laid and while its being grown on. See the effects that plastic mulch has in suppressing weeds, retaining moisture and increasing vegetable production. We will also tell you more about the plastic mulch layer leasing program from NC A&T Cooperative Extension and have a plastic …

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