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North Carolina Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation.

2010 WNC AgOption Grant Available for Local Farmers

The 2010 WNC AgOptions grant applications are now available! Contact your local Extension Agent to learn more about the program, what types of projects are appropriate for funding, and how to develop a grant proposal.

1. Click here to read about the grant program

2. Click here to access an application

3. Click here for tips on writing a grant proposal.

Watauga County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Watauga County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

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Soil Testing Information

In North Carolina, most soils are acidic and low in nutrients. Good plant growth usually requires the addition of lime and fertilizer. Soil testing is the best way to find out how much to apply. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture offers soil testing and information for both commercial growers and home owners. Soil samples are usually analyzed within about a week, but may take longer from late fall through early spring due to heavy loads from farmers at this time. Results of the tests are posted on an online system and also mailed to the client. MORE

	Extension en Espanol
Extensión en Español is a grass roots organization of Extension educators which seeks to better serve Spanish-speaking clients by sharing expertise and materials across the Cooperative Extension System. MORE

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Events

	Water Quality Testing Workshop November 24th, 2009 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mt Airy, NC
	On Tuesday, November 24 we will be hosting a water quality testing workshop at Willie's Fish Lake in Mt. Airy. At this workshop, you will learn about water quality and how to test your pond's water quality. This workshop is for you if you have a recreational pond, farm pond, or fee-fishing pond. Register by calling Cheryl Mitchell or Molly Sandfoss at 828-652-7874. ... MORE

	Aquaculture Tour December 3rd, 2009 @ 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
	Tour Grandfather Trout Farm, Banner Elk and Hump Mountain Trout Farm on Thursday, December 3. Grandfather Trout Farm is a fee fishing operation located near Boone. Hump Mountain Trout Farm is a fingerling and food fish producer located in Elk Park. Both of these facilities have been in operation for years. A van will be available for transportation and will leave Marion at 9:30am and return by 4:00. You are welcome to ... MORE

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News

	Considerations for starting a Vineyard in the NC Mountains Workshop Posted May 27th, 2009 in Specialty Crops
NC Cooperative Extension will offer a free, full-day workshop on what preparations should be made by growers who plan to start a vineyard in our mountain region.... MORE

Rain Barrel Sale
Posted May 7th, 2009 in Environment

Watauga County is the headwaters to 4 major river systems, so how water is managed greatly affects the quality and quantity. Many new developments have risen in Watauga County that could negatively impact surface and groundwater. As rain falls on impervious surfaces it flows directly to the streams and quickly leaves the mountains where our county can not use it. If this rainwater could be captured, it could then be used at a later ... MORE

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