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Cover photo for 2024 Carolina Meat Conference

2024 Carolina Meat Conference

The Carolina Meat Conference supports a growing community committed to supporting sustainable food production through fostering regenerative production practices, …

Cover photo for Spring Bull Breeding Soundness Exams

Spring Bull Breeding Soundness Exams

A complete BSE evaluates the physical characteristics of a bull necessary for mobility and athleticism in the pasture, structural …

Cover photo for Small Ruminant Winter Webinar Series

Small Ruminant Winter Webinar Series

Mark your calendars! Registration is open for the 2023-2024 Small Ruminant Winter Webinar Series! These webinars will include panel discussions …

Cover photo for WNC Beef Commission Christmas Party

WNC Beef Commission Christmas Party

You’re invited to our 2023 WNC Beef Cattle Commission Christmas Party! The festivities are taking place Saturday, December 9 from 5-8 p.m. at the …

Cover photo for 2023 Waynesville Bull Test Sale

2023 Waynesville Bull Test Sale

The Beef Cattle Genetics program in Extension is responsible for the North Carolina Beef Cattle Improvement Program at NC …

Cover photo for Fall Bull Breeding Soundness Exams

Fall Bull Breeding Soundness Exams

A complete BSE evaluates the physical characteristics of a bull necessary for mobility and athleticism in the pasture, structural …

Cover photo for 2023 WNC AgOptions Grant

2023 WNC AgOptions Grant

WNC Communities administers the WNC AgOptions grant, which provides funding to farmers who are diversifying their farm business. In preparation …

Cover photo for 2023 Haywood County Fair Poultry Show

2023 Haywood County Fair Poultry Show

Standard, Bantam, Duck, Geese, Guinea and Turkey Show Schedule: All poultry MUST be blood tested Wednesday, September 27 between 4:00 p.m. …

Cover photo for WNC Beef Commission Tour

WNC Beef Commission Tour

WNC Beef Cattle Commission strengthens the beef cattle market in the mountains through educational programs and opportunities. Join us …

Cover photo for WNC Beef Commission Beef Tour

WNC Beef Commission Beef Tour

Save the Date! All Beef producers are welcome! We will be traveling to Watauga County to tour for the day; …

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