Raising Turkeys in Small & Backyard Flocks Webinar
Many people are interested in raising turkeys for home consumption. Dr. Sally Noll from the University of Minnesota
will be discussing raising turkeys in small and backyard flocks on March 7 at 3 p.m.. It is important to remember, however, that if you plan on selling the turkeys your raise, state regulations regarding the selling of poultry meat vary from state to state. It is important to check with your local Department of Agriculture regarding your state's rules before starting a flock for selling to the public.
Produce farms need to certify their scales every year. Davidson County Extension will be hosting a scale certification on March 13 from 8:00-1:00 pm. Please call 336-242-2080 to reserve a time spot.
Apple Tree Grafting Class
The class, held on March 21 from 5:00-7:30 p.m., will cover the science and principles behind grafting fruit trees. This year we will be grafting apple trees. Participants will get the opportunity to graft 2 apple trees each to keep. Varieties include many old Southern apples as well as modern disease resistant types. The workshop cost is $25.00 per person and registration is required. Register online here, or email Sam Boring Registration fee should be paid in advance to secure your spot as space is limited.
Season Extension for Vegetable Production Workshop
Davidson County Cooperative Extension will be hosting a workshop for vegetable farmers on using season extension techniques including information on high tunnels, row covers, and plastic mulch. The workshop will be held on Thursday, March 23 2023 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Davidson County Agriculture Center - 301 E Center St, Lexington. We will have a classroom session in the morning and a farm visit to a local farm for a
demonstration in the afternoon.
Registration is $15 and includes lunch. Please use this form to register Make checks payable to Davidson County Horticulture and mail to Davidson County Cooperative Extension, 301 E Center St, Lexington NC
27292.
Visit NC Farms App
The Visit NC Farms Phone App, developed by the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, connects millions of North Carolina residents and visitors to farmers and local food.
If your farm, winery, local food restaurant, or farm stay would like to be listed, please contact
Sam Boring or Sara Drake.
NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local
governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.
