4-H Embryology Summer Fun Program
If you’re interested in learning more about poultry and the incubation process, then please join us for this year’s …
Animal Agriculture
An Accurate 2020 Census Is Important for Farmers and Our Communities
Every 10 years, the census becomes an important topic in Rutherford County but the COVID-19 pandemic reminds us more …
Down on the 4-H Farm Virtual Program
NC 4-H is offering so many virtual summer programs, it can be hard to choose. We’re partial to the …
Rutherford County Office Re-Open to the Public on a Limited Basis Beginning June 8th
The N.C. Cooperative Extension of Rutherford County office will reopen to the public on Monday, June 8, 2020. Clients …
Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Signup Is Now Available
Beginning May 26, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through the Farm Service Agency (FSA), will be accepting applications …
Kids Connection From NC Egg Association
Did you know that the North Carolina Egg Association has resources just for kids (and educators)? From virtual tours to …
"COVID-19 Hard on the Feeder Cattle Market"
The last several months have been exceptionally stressful on our economy and cattle industry due to COVID-19. Please see …
Virtual Coop Tour
Join us for a Virtual Coop Tour! Our 4-H youth will be introducing us to their flock of birds …
Update for Livestock Producers
Download Commissioner Steve Troxler’s “Notice of Essential Food and Agricultural Employee” here: Notice for agriculture …
Foothills Region Producers' Cooperative Meeting
Where: Monday, January 20, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. (with dinner to follow) When: McDowell County Senior Center For more information and …
Poultry Pack 4-H Club December Meeting
Any youth 5-18 interested in poultry are invited to join the Poultry Pack 4-H Club hosted on NC State …
Poultry Pack 4-H Club November Meeting
Any youth 5-18 interested in poultry are invited to join the Poultry Pack 4-H Club hosted on NC State’s …
2020 NC Foothills Farm Tour Applications are live on Nov. 1, 2019
2020 NC Foothills Farm Tour Application for participating farms Are you a farm owner in Polk or Rutherford counties who …
Family Fun at the 2019 Youth Market Turkey Show
When you think about the North Carolina State Fair, what comes to mind? Is it turkeys? We hope it’s …
Poultry Pack 4-H Club October Meeting
Any youth 5-18 interested in poultry are invited to join the Poultry Pack 4-H Club hosted on NC State’s …
Pastured Pork Workshop
When: October 16, 2019, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Colfax Creek Farm, 274 Harvey Logan Road, Bostic, NC …
Turkey Show Tips From the Girls Who Know
The 2019 Youth Market Turkey Show is just around the corner and youth all over the state are preparing …
Poultry Pack 4-H Club September Meeting
Any youth 5-18 interested in poultry are invited to join the Poultry Pack 4-H Club hosted on NC State’s …
Poultry Pack 4-H Club August Meeting
Any youth 5-18 interested in poultry are invited to join the Poultry Pack 4-H Club hosted on NC State …
Wilkes Youth Poultry Workshop
Middle and high school students are invited to apply for the 2019 Wilkes Youth Poultry Workshop. The workshop is …
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