Ask an Expert Feature to Be Retired
On November 2, 2020, NC State Extension will retire the Ask an Expert service that has been offered on …
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Delicious and Nutritious Winter Squash
Each garden season provides a bounty of delicious and nutritious foods and the fall season is no exception. Apples …
Webinar: Growth and Sustainability of Horticulture as a Therapeutic and Wellness Tool
October 21, 2020, at 7 p.m. – Sponsored by the American Horticulture Therapy Association Click to register (free) Collaboration is the …
Agritourism Curriculum Updates
In an effort to address the increased interest in agritourism expressed by farmers in the state, Extension’s Local Food …
Maintain, Don't Gain This Holiday Season!
This holiday season, the only thing that should be “stuffed” is the turkey. Many Americans gain between 1 and …
New State 4-H Council Theme
The State 4-H Council is excited to announce this year’s State Council Theme. Be You! 4-H is a place where you …
National 4-H Week Statewide Proclamation
4-H is celebrating National 4-H Week October 4–10, 2020. As part of this celebration, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper …
New CDC and DHHS Guidance for Local Food as NC Moves to Phase 3
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recently released new guidance for several points of local food distribution. See …
October Is National Farm to School Month
Congress designated October as national farm to school month in 2010, making this year the 10 year anniversary. This October, …
Facilitating & Convening With Quina Weber-Shirk
Quina Weber-Shirk is a Community and School Garden Agent with N.C. Cooperative Extension in Guilford County. A little over …
Second Wave of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Sign Up Is Now Available
Beginning September 21, 2020, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through the Farm Service Agency (FSA), will be accepting …
When Do We Get Frost in NC?
Having up-to-date information is important for any gardener, no matter the size of the operation. Attached below are links …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
NC 4-H Going Abroad?
Are you interested in learning more about the NC 4-H Outbound Exchange Program? NC 4-H has opportunities for current …
Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion
Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to support local programs through the Paper Clover fundraiser. Each spring and fall, Tractor …
National 4-H Week - 2020 Opportunity4All
National 4‑H Week is October 4–10 and the theme is Opportunity4All. Take advantage of this important week to highlight the remarkable …
Can I Grow Gooseberries or Currants in NC?
9/16/2020 – The short answer is “no.” You cannot legally grow currants or gooseberries in North Carolina. The reason …
Unsolicited Seed
Unsolicited Seeds Update: North Carolina residents who have received seed shipments that they did not order from China or …
Upcoming 4-H Volunteer Training
We are excited to share about some upcoming 4-H volunteer training. All training is offered to all registered NC …
Randolph County 4-H'ers Show Off Their Chicken Coops
Chicken coops are as diverse as the people who build them — and the chickens that use them. Whether you’re …