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Charles Mitchell

Charles Mitchell

County Extension Director, Agriculture & Horticulture Franklin County Centercharles_mitchell@ncsu.edu
Street Address: 103 S Bickett Blvd
Franklin County Extension Center
Louisburg, NC 27549
Mailing Address: Franklin County Extension Center
103 S Bickett Blvd
Louisburg, NC 27549

Job Description Administration, Agriculture & Horticulture

Recent Posts by Charles Mitchell

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Cantaloupes in the Home Garden

Cantaloupe is in the cucumber family (Cucurbitaceae) and it is a warm season crop that needs full sun. This …

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Sweetpotatoes in the Home Garden

Often referred to as the “Orange Superfood” sweetpotatoes (Ipomoea batatas) are a warm season crop and a member of …

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Asparagus - a Spring Delicacy

Asparagus is one of the few perennial vegetables that grows well in NC. Once established a bed of asparagus …

Kerr-Tar Grower-Buyer Meetup

Kerr Tar Grower-Buyer Meetup

The Kerr Tar Grower-Buyer Meetup event which seeks to connect local farmers with buyers seeking local foods and products …

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Gardening in Limited Space

Regardless of whether you live in an apartment, condominium or mobile home, some space is available for growing a …

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