N.C. Cooperative Extension- Greene County Center

08/25/2025

Peanut pod blasting will be offered at the Farmers Market (470 US-13, Snow Hill, NC 28580) on September 10th and 18th, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM.

Farm visits for peanut pod blasting can be scheduled as well.

Give our office (252-747-5831) a call to set up a time that works best for you!

08/15/2025

🌾 Exciting news! 🌾
Greene County Field Crops now has its very own Instagram page! 🎉

Follow us to stay in the loop on:
✅ Upcoming events
✅ Important updates
✅ Fun ag facts and more!

We’re looking forward to connecting with you in a whole new way 📲

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08/15/2025

🍂 Fall 2025 Pesticide Class Schedule 🍂

We’re gearing up for the Fall 2025 pesticide classes! All sessions will be held in the Greene County Farmers Market (470 US-13, Snow Hill, NC 28580).

📞 If you're unsure about how many credits you need, please don’t hesitate to contact our office 252-747-5831!

08/13/2025

In Conjunction with the Holiday Market Event at the Farmers Market, we will also be hosting the First Annual Kids Biz at the Market!

Do you know a budding entrepreneur? A kid with a calling? A mini-maker? On November 8th, we are hosting a Kids Biz event! Youth are invited to set up a booth to sell their products, or sell their services with the opportunity for cash prizes! Categories include Most Original Idea, Best Display, and Most Business Potential! If your youth just has a vague idea of what they want to do and want some help, please reach out to Ms. Jessica at the Extension Office. Registration is required by November 1st. Application is available HERE: https://forms.gle/AYojtV4HDaun2qo39

08/11/2025

Greene County will be a testing location for pesticide exams on August 18th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 470 US-13 Snow Hill, NC 28580.

✅ Pre-registration is required!
🔗 Register at the link below to secure your spot and take the exam.
https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/structural-pest-control-and-pesticides/pesticide/licensing-and-certification/exam/in-person-exam-calendar/08182025-snowhill-exam

Or contact the NCDA 984-236-4575.

08/08/2025

Do you know someone that makes, creates, grows some incredible things? We are looking for artists, makers, farmers, food trucks and all the vendors for a holiday market!

Those interested can fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/KwMHPxLbLKetY1VA8

Stay tuned for more information about an awesome opportunity for our kid entrepreneurs at this event!

For more info, contact Jessica at the Extension Office, 252-747-5831, or jessica_a_anderson@ncsu.edu

08/01/2025

Greene and Pitt county extension hosted an insect scouting class on Wednesday. We scouted a cotton and soybean field and learned more about beneficial insects and pests. 🐞

07/24/2025

Just a reminder:

Join us for our 2-hour insect scouting class! We will begin with an informative classroom session, followed by guided insect scouting in the field. This class is perfect for anyone who is looking to sharpen their pest ID and insect scouting skills.

This class will be held at the Pitt County Extension Office (403 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834) from 9:00am - 11:00am on July 30th. Earn 2 hours of X credit as well.

Contact us if you have any questions!

Greene County Extension: 252-747-5831
Pitt County Extension: 252-902-1709

06/27/2025

Join us for our 2-hour insect scouting class! We will begin with an informative classroom session, followed by guided insect scouting in the field. This class is perfect for anyone who is looking to sharpen their pest ID and insect scouting skills.

This class will be held at the Pitt County Extension Office (403 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834) from 9:00am - 11:00am on July 30th. Earn 2 hours of X credit as well.

Contact us if you have any questions!

Greene County Extension: 252-747-5831
Pitt County Extension: 252-902-1709

05/30/2025

📢 Commercial Pesticide Recertification Course
Join us on June 11, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Greene County Farmers Market (470 US-13, Snow Hill, NC 28580).
Earn 3 credit hours in categories A, B, D, G, H, I, K, L, M, N, O, T, and X.

📞 Contact us if you have any questions 252-747-5831.

05/29/2025

Calling All Plant Lovers!

A fabulous resource at NC State! Search for plant recommendations based on preferred features (zone, sun/shade, native, pollinator, etc) or search directly for a specific plant for tons of information on care and best practices!

The North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox contains detailed descriptions and photographs of 4,656 plants that grow in and around North Carolina.

05/15/2025

The NC General Assembly has extended the application deadline for the Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program to this Monday, May 19th! 🎉

If your operation experienced damage from Hurricane Helene, or another declared agriculture disaster in 2024, apply today for this one-time-assistance program. More information, including application materials needed and FAQ's, can be found at the link below!

More info: https://www.ncagr.gov/agdisaster