N.C. State Extension is offering a free seminar on Ginseng Production for homeowners who desire to grow “sang.” This program will be held on Monday October 7^th from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Macon Extension Center located at 193 Thomas Heights Rd. Franklin N.C.

Speakers Christy Bredenkamp, Macon Extension Director and David Komorowski, Soil Conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will cover topics such as: Cites and other state regulations for growing and hunting "sang", NRCS’ new Ginseng cost share program, plant physiology, present and historical use of ginseng and comparing Asian versus American ginseng. Major time and emphasis of the program will be dedicated to the woods “simulated” cultural practices such as: site selection and preparation, sowing, harvesting, drying the roots and seed stratification.

For more information or to register for this event contact Debbie Hunter at 828 349 2046 or e-mail debbie_hunter@ncsu.edu

N.C. Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to: Christy Bredenkamp, Christy_bredenkamp@ncsu.edu, or 828-349-2049. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event.

• Ginseng: an Option for Underutilized Forest Land in the West
• NCDA & CS Ginseng
• NC Wildlife Resources Commission
• US Fish and Wildlife Service

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to: Christy Bredenkamp, christine_bredenkamp@ncsu.edu,  or 828-349-2046. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event.