Open Garden Day at the Demonstration Garden
On Saturday, June 15, 2019, head to the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center to learn from the experts! …
Pest Management
Summer Adult Education Series 2019
The Adult Education series continues at Tanglewood Park this summer with more opportunities to learn about gardening. N.C. Cooperative …
Join N.C.Cooperative Extension for Forks on Fridays This Spring!
This spring, Forks on Friday is back! Bring your lunch and learn about gardening during these lectures. The lectures …
Glyphosate Safety Update - No Risk to Public Health
On April 30, 2019, the EPA announced the availability of the proposed registration review decision for glyphosate. From the …
Support Extension at Forsyth County's 2019 Spring Plant Sale!
The Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Forsyth County will hold their annual Plant Sale at the Arboretum at Tanglewood …
Join Extension at Rural Hall Library to Learn About Composting
Composting is a valuable addition to any garden. It’s easy to start composting at home. Join Extension to learn …
Join Us for the Spring Gardening Symposium!
Come gain new information, resources, and connections for a successful gardening season. Spring Gardening Symposium Saturday, March 23, 2019 1–6 p.m. Please come …
Attend a Pruning Workshop With N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center
Pruning is essential for maintaining the health and beauty of plants in your yard. Extension Agent Leslie Peck will …
Training in Forages for Extension Agents and Research Station Personnel (Morning Session), Feb. 13, 2019
Forage Recovery Plan 2019 A wet fall 2018 not only delayed, and in some cases completely prevented, timely fall-plantings of …
POSTPONED - Pesticide Class: Weed Identification and Management
This class has been rescheduled due to inclement weather. The new information is below: N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, …
Pasture Management Session at NC Annual Ext. Conference
N.C. Cooperative Extension Conference 2018 Concurrent Session: Pasture Management: Weeds, Fertilization, and Grazing Management Impacts on Pasture Productivity In addition to adequate …
Grasses for Your Lawn and Beyond
Fall is an excellent time for gardening in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. Many homeowners renovate tall fescue …
Fall 2018 Pesticide Safety School in Winston-Salem
There will be a pesticide safety school in Winston-Salem on August 21 and 22, 2018, at the N.C. Cooperative …
Summer Pruning Classes in Forsyth County
Join Extension Agent Leslie Peck to learn proper pruning techniques during Forsyth Extension Gardener workshops this June. For all …
How to Grow Better Tomatoes
The lovely summer tomato, what could be better sliced thickly and served up on a sandwich or as a …
Apply Now to Become an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Forsyth County!
N.C. Cooperative Extension trains Extension Master Gardener Volunteers to assist with horticulture education. EMGV training covers a variety of …
Open Garden Day at the Forsyth County Demonstration Garden
Community members are invited to visit North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, on Friday, June 1 for an …
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, Is Hiring a Summer Intern
Extension is hiring a paid summer intern! Housing is NOT provided, but college credit is! Click here to learn more and …
Pesticide Credits Offered in Forsyth County on December 1
N.C. Cooperative Extension will offer a continuing education course for professionals in the horticulture industry on December 1, 2017. …
Fall 2017 Pesticide Safety School in Winston-Salem
Pesticide School will be held in Winston-Salem on November 15 and 16, 2017. Please follow this link for details on pesticide …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
Information Portals
- Extension Entomology - Insect Biology and Management
- Extension Plant Pathology
- NC Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- NC Pesticide Safety Education
More Extension Programs at NC State University
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for Schools & Child Care Facilities
- NC State Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
National eXtension Resources
Partnerships and Organizations
- APHIS Pest Detection and Management Programs
- NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Pesticide Section
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