Order Extension Publications

In an effort to improve the availability and distribution of printed Extension publications, we continue to revamp our service model and processes. Please see below for the latest guidelines on requesting printed publications.

You can also access the NC State Extension Publications Directory any time, which includes a comprehensive library of Extension publications as electronic versions.

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N.C. Agricultural Chemicals Manual

Complimentary office copies of the latest edition of the North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals Manual will be allocated and shipped directly to Extension centers. Free copies are limited to the number allocated to each county center.

If you require additional manuals outside of the complimentary copies, order by phone at 800-848-6224 for tax exempt orders or visit UNC Press to place an order. A 25% discount is available for bulk orders of five (5) or more copies using the promotion code: 01NCSU25.

The online version can be accessed at N.C. Agricultural Chemicals Manual.

Order by Phone


Place tax-exempt orders by phone through UNC Press at 800-848-6224.

Order Online

All other orders may be placed online through UNC Press by visiting go.ncsu.edu/ncagchem.

Promotional Resources

Download an info card to use as a local handout (PDF).View other Extension publications available through UNC Press.

Pest Control for Professional Turfgrass Managers

The latest edition of the manual is now available online and can be accessed here: Pest Control for Professional Turfgrass Managers.

Extension county centers will receive up to 50 complimentary copies of the manual based on submitted requests. These copies will be shipped directly to county centers.

Offices can purchase more copies to share at events but will need to potentially build the cost into registration fees. To place an order for additional copies, order by phone at 800-848-6224 for tax exempt orders or visit UNC Press.

A 25% discount is available for bulk orders of five (5) or more copies using the promotion code: 01NCSU25.

Order by Phone


Place tax-exempt orders by phone through UNC Press at 800-848-6224.

Order Online

All other orders may be placed online through UNC Press by visiting go.ncsu.edu/pest-control-for-turfgrass.

View other Extension publications available through UNC Press.

How to Order Non-Sale Publications | Wolf Xpress

Wolf Xpress is the exclusive vendor of non-sale Extension publications. We reserve funds each fiscal year to cover printing and shipping of these materials to local centers.

Ordering Guidelines

Counties are NOT charged for non-sale Extension publications, but still must follow the steps below to order them:
  1. Visit Wolf Xpress
  2. Log in with your Unity ID
  3. Click "Extension Publications" in the side menu
*If prompted to provide billing info when checking out, you can use the following:
  • OUC -- 110503
  • Department -- Extension County Name Center
  • Bookkeeper -- Local Contact Name
  • Project ID -- 443150
Again, you will NOT be charged for any of these non-sale publications.

Wolf Xpress aims to ship all orders within 10 business days of receipt, though procurement may require additional time depending on availability.

Quantity Limits

While there are no set quantity restrictions, please adhere to the following:
  • Order a minimum of 50 copies per publication
  • Order ONLY the quantity needed for the current fiscal year (in multiples of 50)
    • Use conservative numbers as opposed to large estimates
You may order quarterly and reminder notices will be made available.

Available Non-Sale Publications

The following is a list of non-sale publications currently available:
  • Butterflies in Your Backyard
  • Carolina Lawns
  • Managing Backyards and Other Urban Habitats for Birds
  • Landscaping for Wildlife with Native Plants
  • Reptiles and Amphibians in Your Backyard
  • Vegetable Gardening: A Beginner’s Guide
  • Landscape Management Calendar

Contact Us

Have questions or feedback?

Contact us at extension_publications@ncsu.edu.