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Image of Meredith Byers standing in kitchen holding her golden star award

Awarding Local Golden Star

It is with great pleasure that we announce Meredith Byers as the West Unit 2025 EFNEP Golden Star Recipient. Golden Stars are honored for their support and their contributions to EFNEP in their…

Pressure Canning 101

Virtual Pressure Canning 101

Want to learn how to pressure can safely?Join us for a beginner-friendly Zoom class designed to teach you the basics of pressure canning from the comfort of your own home! Whether you're brand new or…

Friday February 21, 2025 8:30

Next Ag Breakfast for Market Producers Growers and Farmers

No Charge but RSVP by Monday February 21, 2025. Call 828-287-6010! Growers + Farmers Ag BreakfastFriday, February 21, 20258:30 - 11 AMFor new and experienced vegetable + fruit growers or small…

Workshop December 10, 10:30 to 1:30

So, You Want to Be a Farmer?

If you have recently started farming or you are thinking about starting a farm, this three hour workshop is for you. Tuesday, December 10 from 10:30 to 1:30. Bring your own pack lunch or snack. We…

chickens shown on flyer for workshop on 8/29/24

Backyard Chickens, Cool Season Vegetables and Cover Crops

This Thursday 8/29/24, from 3-5 pm, come learn and ask questions about cool season vegetables, cover crops and backyard chickens. We're giving away 1 pound of Daikon radish seeds to the first 35…

Small Ruminant Workshop

Upcoming Educational Opportunity for Sheep and Goat Enthusiasts! Small Ruminant WorkshopDate: April 27, 2024 Location: WNC Livestock Center Agenda Registration: 8:30 - 9:00 am Educational program:…

Kale salad with roasted sweet potato cubes, tomatoes, blueberries, beets, pecans

CLASS IS FULL- Colorful Salad With Roasted Winter Veggies Workshop

Join me at N.C. State Cooperative Extension, Rutherford County Center to celebrate National Nutrition Month! Colorful fruits and vegetables can paint a beautiful picture of health because they…

A person prepares food be slicing meat on a cutting board.

Hello Rutherford County

Hi everyone! I am the new Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent. I am very excited to get to know the community and work together! I have a TON of ideas for the program, but would like input…

Herb Workshop November 9 from 2 to 4 pm

Holiday Herb Workshop

Workshop all about herbs. Learn about growing, harvesting, drying, blending and using herbs for the holiday season and beyond. Thursday November 9 from 2 to 4 pm. Rutherford Co Extension Center.…

details about cover crop workshop 10/13/23

Cover Crop Workshop

Cost: $15 per participantDate: October 13, 20232:00-4:00 p.m.Location: Rutherford Co Center at 194 Callahan-Koon Rd, Spindale, NC 28160Take home a wealth of information about regenerative agriculture…