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Chatham County
Livestock Update
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This email has lots of events & new information.
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Here's what's waiting for you in this newsletter
New Livestock Agent for Chatham County
New Livestock Program Development
2024 Hay Directory (Have hay for sale? List for free!)
New Electronic ID Ear Tag Requirement for Cattle
FREE Ear Tags
Farmland Transition (Estate Planning) Workshop
Carolina Meat Conference (Boone, NC)
Temple Grandin (Book Signing & Q/A)
Farm Grant Opportunities
Free Soil Testing (until November 30th)
5-County Beef Farms Tour
Upcoming Pesticide Courses
Text Messaging Sign-up
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Good Afternoon Chatham County Producers,
I am thrilled to step into the role of your new Livestock agent for Chatham County. Little about me: I am a Chatham County native and grew up farming my entire life. I graduated from NC State with my bachelors in Animal Science. Before stepping into this role, I had the privilege of both farming and instructing at the college level. I have extensive background in livestock, with a focus on cattle and small ruminants.
As your Livestock Agent, I'm here to be your advocate, ally, and partner in success. Whether you are a well seasoned farmer or just starting out, I am here to help and support you in achieving your goals! Please don't hesitate to reach out--I'm here to help!
Looking forward to meeting each or you, hearing your stories, and working alongside you to ensure your success.
- Dalton Suits
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NEW LIVESTOCK PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
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*IMPORTANT - Your Response Is Needed*
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We are working to develop a new livestock program for you (the producers).
In order to do that we need your input!
Please take a few minutes to share what would be most beneficial to you.
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Submit Survey - Click Here
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Do you have hay for sale? Fill out our hay directory form by clicking the button below to be added. We will be updating this directory as we receive submissions.
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List Hay For Sale - Click Here
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Looking For Hay? - Click Here
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NEW EAR TAG REQUIREMENT
FOR CATTLE |
*Effective 11/5/24*
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Premises Identification, what is needed and how is it used?
NC Farm ID Application
Questions? Contact NCFarmID@ncagr.gov, or by calling 919-707-3250
EID Rule Information - Goes into Effect 11/5/24
Exempt - Beef cattle under 18 months of age,
- Cattle and bison if they are going directly to slaughter
- Cattle and bison that do not move interstate, unless required by APHIS program disease regulations in 9 CFR subchapter C
Not Exempt
- All sexually intact cattle and bison 18 months of age or over
- All female dairy cattle of any age
- All male dairy cattle born after March 11, 2013
- Cattle and bison of any age used for rodeo or recreational events
- Cattle and bison of any age used for shows or exhibitions
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FREE CATTLE EAR TAGS |
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NC department of Agriculture is offering free EID (Electronic Identification) ear tags to the cattle producers of North Carolina. These ear tags can be used in breeding stock (replacement females, brood cows, and breeding bulls) in beef and dairy cattle. These 2 piece button style tags have the ability to be scanned with a reader for easy record keeping. Each tag has a unique ID number printed on it. At the very least these tags will give you an additional method of ID as well as enhance our ability to help trace animals in the the event of a disease outbreak. This program is very similar to the scrapie tag program that our small ruminant producers participate in.
Contact the NCDA Veterinary Division to claim your free tags.
(919) 707-3275
ncfarmid@ncagr.gov
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FARM TRANSITION WORKSHOP
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June 20th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center
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Register - Click Here
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Carolina Meat Conference |
July 30th - 31st
Boone, NC
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The Carolina Meat Conference is a premier event gathering professionals from all sectors of the meat industry, from producers and processors to chefs and consumers. It serves as a platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration, with a focus on sustainable practices, industry innovations, and the future of meat production. Attendees can expect engaging discussions, workshops, and demonstrations aimed at promoting the growth and success of the Carolina meat community. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting out in the industry, this conference offers valuable insights and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about quality meat production.
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More
Info - Click Here
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AMAZING OPPORTUNITY TO MEET
THE TEMPLE GRANDIN
*see details on flyer below*
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Register Now - Click Here
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Chatham County Livestock Association |
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If you are not already members, consider joining the livestock association. Monthly meeting on the 3rd Thursday of the month (excluding Jun., Jul., & Dec.) at Siler City Stockyards. The
organization aims to improve the future of Agriculture in Chatham County. Come on out and learn with us as we have an educational speaker presenting at each meeting.
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NEXT MEETING - Thursday August 15th at 6:30 PM
Please RSVP prior to meeting.
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Click Here - More Info.
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RFSI Grant |
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Click Here - More Info.
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Beginning Farmers Grant |
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Click Here - More Info.
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FREE SOIL TESTING
Until November 30th
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Take advantage of the free testing to see where your pasture land and hay fields stand. This is one of the many tools that helps producers make their land as productive as possible. Drop off your soil samples anytime at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center now until November 30th.
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Click Here - More Info.
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Pesticide Credit Courses |
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Click the button below to see a list of pesticide credit courses available in Asheboro and Sanford. We are trying to organize some classes to offer in Chatham as well. Be sure to visit the link to see which credits they are offering at each class.
June 5th, 2024 (Asheboro)
June 6th, 2024 (Sanford)
June 19th, 2024 (Asheboro)
June 20th, 2024 (Asheboro)
June 24, 2024 (Sanford)
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Click Here - View Full List
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5-County Beef Tour
Wake County Cooperative Extension
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Featuring 3 stops in southern Wake County
Tuesday, July 16th, 2024
7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Registration Information Coming Soon!
Stop 1: Woods Angus Farm & Event Center
Stop 2: Southern Wake Cattle Farm
Stop 3: NC State University Beef Research Farm
For more information email or call Martha Mobley
martha_mobley@ncsu.edu
(919) 496-3344
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Click Here - Contact Martha
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This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
N.C. Cooperative Extension - Chatham County Center, Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 BUS, Pittsboro, NC 27312, United States
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