New Crops & Organics
Explore a comprehensive series of lectures and interviews on new crops and organic farming practices. Learn from Jeanine Davis, a Horticulture Extension Specialist, as she covers topics such as herb cultivation, organic gardening techniques, specialty crops, and vegetable production. Gain insights into innovative farming methods, including the use of repurposed equipment, mulch application, and farmscaping. Discover the intricacies of growing specific crops like hops, bloodroot, and broccoli, along with post-harvest handling techniques. Delve into Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) for medicinal herbs and understand the basics of hemp cultivation in North Carolina. This educational content also touches on farm linking initiatives and provides training for agricultural agents in medicinal herbs and hops production.