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Farmers' Ag Breakfast

All growers and producers are invited to breakfast here at the Extension office, Friday morning 8:30-10. The menu is …

details about cover crop workshop 10/13/23

Cover Crop Workshop

Cost: $15 per participant Date: October 13, 2023 2:00-4:00 p.m. Location: Rutherford Co Center at 194 Callahan-Koon Rd, Spindale, NC 28160 Take home a …

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2021 NC Foothills Farm Tour

NC Foothills Farm Tour In partnership with the Polk County Agricultural Development office, N.C. Cooperative Extension in Rutherford County is proud …

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