The program includes information on new orchard design and establishment, insect and disease management, vegetative management, grading in-shell pecans and evaluating nutmeat. Monte Nesbit, research scientist at Auburn University, will also share information on his experience in hurricane recovery of devastated pecan orchards. The public is welcome. 11412 Strickland Rd. in Raleigh. The class includes three, 30-minute segments.
Admission is free, but space is limited.
1 p.m. Horses and mules are welcome. Wrangler Bull Riding presented by the Davis Ranch Company. A new group devoted to the enjoyment and propagation of daylilies is forming. The group will meet in the Salisbury area. Black and green thumb gardeners are welcome to share experiences and learn from others.