Summer limits on collards and pesticide use in North Carolina
The guidance warns against growing collards in summer in eastern North Carolina due to pest pressure and urges strict adherence to label instructions for pesticides. Excessive mixing or frequency risks unsafe harvest intervals, potentially making the crop unsafe to eat. even lawn products without food crop labeling are not legal for vegetables. The author consulted the Pender County Extension office for local advice.
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Hummingbirds Care and Feeding Details and Facts
Hummingbirds are tiny to 5 inches, feed on nectar and small insects, and defend feeders. The ruby throated species lays two eggs, nests at 1.5 inches, gestation 16-18 days, fledging in about two weeks. Males live 2-3 years, females 4-6, oldest 9. Gulf crossing to South America spans 26-28 hours at 23 mph.
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Pets of the Week at Craven-Pamlico Animal Services
Adaptable animals at Craven-Pamlico Animal Services, 1639 Airport Road, New Bern. Shelter hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Payment accepted: cash and major credit cards. Contact animalcontrol@cravencountync.com or 252-637-4606.
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