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Preparing Insect and Plant Disease SamplesSouthern Corn Rust Management
Confirmation of Southern Corn Rust in Craven County Confirmation of Southern Corn Rust within Craven County was determined by our office on July 16th. Spores were evident from the bottom of the plant and upward MORE »
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County Grown Produce?
Farmers and gardeners in Carteret County are able to harvest fresh, healthy produce almost every month of the year. See our Crystal Coast Produce brochure to discover what is in season now and to meet our county farmers and locate farm stands. Click Here
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Looking for Carteret
County Grown Produce?
Farmers and gardeners in Carteret County are able to harvest fresh, healthy produce almost every month of the year. See our Crystal Coast Produce brochure to discover what is in season now and to meet our county farmers and locate farm stands. Click Here
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Plant Clinic
Open to the Public: Every Monday 1:00-3:30 p.m. through fall. Don't know what's wrong with your plant? Call or stop by Room 308 of the CMAST building in Morehead City to talk with a Carteret County Master Gardener Volunteer. (252) 222-6359.
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2014 Carteret County
Master Gardener Volunteer Course
Classes will be held most Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 am to noon, September 9 through October 28. Students selected for the course will be expected to be present for all classes (unless excused for good reason in advance), to pass a comprehensive, open book and computer exam a the end of the course, and to volunteer on Cooperative Extension educational projects a minimum of 40 hours in the first year and 20 hours in each subsequent year after the class. Click the link to the application or come by the office of Cooperative Extension on the 3rd floor of the NC State University CMAST building on the campus of the community college in Morehead City. The fee for this course is $120. Application Class Schedule
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Changes in NC Sales
Tax Exemption for Agriculture
Qualifications for exemption of North Carolina State sales tax on farm equipment purchases have recently changed. Effective July 1, 2014, purchases made on or after that date, provides that a “qualifying farmer” is a person who has an annual gross income for the preceding income tax year of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or more from farming operations or who has an average annual gross income for the three preceding income tax years of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or more from farming operations. A qualifying farmer includes a dairy operator, a poultry farmer, an egg producer, a livestock farmer, a farmer of crops, and a farmer of an aquatic species, as defined in N.C. Gen. Stat. § 106-758. Note that turf, forestry and landscape production are not specifically mentioned. Any person that currently has and meets the new requirements for a qualifying farmer may continue to use the agricultural exemption certificate number for qualifying purchases made prior to October 1, 2014. Existing agricultural exemption certificate numbers will not be valid after this date. Thus, a new application is necessary. All qualifying individuals seeking such exemptions must file for a certificate by submitting Form E-595QF, Application for Qualifying Farmer Exemption Certificate Number for Qualified Purchases. Upon receipt of the qualifying farmer exemption certificate issued by the Department, the qualifying farmer must issue a new Form E-595E, Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement Certificate of Exemption, or other exemption information required per N.C. Gen. Stat. § 105-164.28 to each retailer, which should include the qualifying farmer exemption certificate number in order to claim an exemption from sales and use tax on qualifying purchases for use in farming operations. If a person is involved in agricultural production but does not meet the full definition of the term “qualifying farmer,” the individual may apply for a conditional farmer exemption certificate number. A person issued a conditional farmer exemption certificate may purchase qualifying items exempt from sales and use tax to the same extent as a “qualifying farmer.” Generally, conditions for such an exemption require annual submission of state and federal tax returns and other documentation in order to obtain this conditional farmer exemption. Refer to the notice below for full details. The notice of these changes can be found at http://www.dornc.com/taxes/sales/impnotice062514_2.pdf To download an application choose the appropriate link below. Form E-595QF, Application for Qualifying Farmer Exemption Certificate Number for Qualified Purchases can be found at http://www.dornc.com/downloads/e595qf.pdf Form E-595CF, Application for Conditional Farmer Exemption Certificate Number for Qualified Purchases can be found at http://www.dornc.com/downloads/e595cf.pdf For assistance or questions, contact the Taxpayer Assistance and Collection Center at 1-877-252-3052 (toll-free). North Carolina State University faculty members are working to develop a FAQ publication regarding these new regulations. Information, when available, will be posted at this web site.
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Southern Corn Rust
Confirmed in Corn
Southern Rust was found in corn in Lenoir and Wayne counties. This disease can cause severe yield loss and the disease can spread rapidly. Growers need to be prepared to make a fungicide application. Dr. Steve Koenning, Plant Pathology Extension Corn Specialist and Dr. Ronnie Heiniger, Crop Science Extension Corn Specialist of North Carolina State University have prepared a publication, Alert: Potential for Southern Rust on Corn in North Carolina to advise corn growers. For information regarding potential fungicides, application rates and comments, consult the NC Agricultural Chemicals Manual.
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Changes in Sales Tax Exemption for Agriculture
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What is Storm Surge and How to Protect Yourself
Storm surge can be one of the greatest threats to life and property along the coast during a hurricane. Storm surge is caused by the storm pushing water toward the shore. Many factors MORE » – from 
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Southern Corn Rust Update
Confirmation of Southern Corn Rust in Craven County Confirmation of Southern Corn Rust within Craven County was determined by our office on July 16th. Spores were evident from the bottom of the plant and upward MORE »
Managing Southern Corn Rust
Southern Corn Rust has been confirmed in Wayne and Lenoir counties by NCSU faculty. Southern Corn Rust can be devastating to corn yield. Prevention of infection by foliar fungicide application is currently the MORE »
Stay Safe in the Wake of Arthur
As hurricane Arthur is making its way out of North Carolina, make sure that you and your family stays safe in the wake of the storm. Avoid flooded areas until the waters recede. MORE » – from NC Disaster Information Center
Now is the Time to Prepare for Arthur
Tropical Storm Arthur, the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, formed this morning off of the Florida coast. The storm is predicted to move toward North Carolina over the next 48 MORE » – from NC Disaster Information Center
Heat Index Information Online! popular
In their June 24 blog post, the NC State Climate Office (SCO) discusses the history of the heat index and how it is calculated. Basically, the heat index is a way to determine how warm MORE » – from Onslow County Center
Congratulations Carteret County 4-Hers For Placing at Southeast District 4-H Horseshow
Lauren DeLuzio, 11, from Newport showed and placed in the following Hunter Short Stirrup Division: Open Jr. Hunter Rider 13 & under – 6th place ribbon Short Stirrup Hunter Seat – MORE »
2014 Carteret County Master Gardener Volunteer Course
It is time for the 2014 Carteret County Master Gardener Volunteer training course! Classes will be held most Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 am to noon, September 9 through October 28. Students MORE »
Slow Hurricane Season Predicted – Still Urgent that you Prepare
Forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said today that they are predicting a slower than usual hurricane season this year. The slower than normal season is primarily due to expected MORE » – from NC Disaster Information Center
2014 National Hurricane Preparedness Week
National Hurricane Preparedness Week runs May 25 – May 31 this year. The theme is Be Prepared, Get a Plan!, Know your Evacuation Zone. National Hurricane Preparedness week is held each year at MORE » – from NC Disaster Information Center
Community Forest Stewardship Workshop – February 18
The eastern Community Forest Stewardship Workshop will be held February 18 in New Bern, at the Courtyard Marriott Riverfront. Implementing a community forest stewardship plan can be a daunting step for communities. Getting MORE » – from Onslow County Center
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ServSafeMon Sep 8, 2014
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Where:
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Where:
303 College Circle, Morehead City, NC
— 1 month away2014 Carteret County Master Gardener Volunteer CourseTue Sep 9, 2014
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where:
Center For Marine Sciences And Technology, College Circle, Morehead City, NC, United States
— 1 month away4-H Citizenship/RaleighMon Jun 15 - Wed Jun 17, 2015 - ALL DAY Where:
Raleigh, NC, United States
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