2019 - NC's Warmest Year...so Far
It’s official. According to the blog posted by the North Carolina State University Climate Office, 2019 edged out 1990 …
Farm Health & Safety
CCA Training, December 10-12
CCA_web form registration 2019 N.C. Cooperative Extension of Johnston County will host the annual CCA training once again. Come and receive …
Hurricane Dorian Livestock Preparations
With Hurricane Dorian approaching it is important that we have emergency plans in place for ourselves as well as …
Stand Up for Grain Safety Week! March 25-31, 2019
Watch this video about Stand Up Grain Safety Week Make a commitment to grain safety. Register to interact online by …
Tractor Talks Safety Presentation Tools
Giving a safety talk soon? Check out this OSHA-developed resource to help make your discussion both purposeful and memorable. …
Hurricane Matthew Water Testing Kits Available
Do you have a drinking water well? Was it submerged by flooding from Hurricane Matthew? If yes to both …
Heat Index Information Online!
In their June 24 blog post, the NC State Climate Office (SCO) discusses the history of the heat index and …
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