Pod blasting allows growers to determine optimal digging dates and peanut maturity by removing the exocarp and then analyzing the color of the mesocarp. There are two upcoming pod blasting sessions in Chowan County. These sessions will be on September 10th and 17th from 9am-11am. The location for both sessions is 2824 Virginia Rd. Tyner, NC 27980. For more information please contact Wil Haines (252)-482-6585. 2025 Tri-County Pod Blasting