Davidson County Center: Specialty Crops

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Agriculture & Food: Specialty Crops

North Carolina is ranked 10th in the nation for grape and wine production. In Davidson County, we have four wineries, six vineyards and three farms getting ready to open tasting rooms with wine made from their vineyards. more

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Events

	Community Supported Agriculture Workshop December 1st, 2009 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Lexington, NC
	CSA is a proven way in which local farmers sell their produce directly to consumers. CSA programs create "agriculture-supported communities" where members receive a wide variety of foods harvested at their peak of freshness. This arrangement guarantees farmers the financial support and enables small/moderate sized farms to remain in business. There is no cost to attend. Pre-register by November 24. ... MORE

	Area Winter Landscape Workshop December 17th, 2009 @ 8:30 AM - 11:30 PM Winston-Salem, NC
	NC State Specialists will discuss insect decision progress in the landscape and dealing with root rot in selected plants and leaf diseases on flowering dogwoods. Attendees will receive 2 hours in L,N,D,X pesticide credit hours. Cost is $5. Call our office to register. Space is limited. Make checks payable to Extension Program Fund. ... MORE