Empowering Mountain Food Systems Listening Sessions
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Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
Apiculture Online: Hive Chat With NC State
We are happy to continue our bi-weekly Zoom apiculture webinars called Apiculture Online—Hive Chat with NC State. Our next webinar …
Eastern Tent Caterpillars
Eastern tent caterpillars are common native insects that create silk webs or ‘tents’ in the branch crotches of some …
2020 Commercial Vegetable Production Guides
Helpful Production Guides to Assist Farmers with the 2020 Growing Season! 2020 Southeastern US Vegetable Crop Handbook 2020 North Carolina Agricultural …
Asian Giant Hornets Not a Problem for NC Beekeepers...yet?
There is a viral news story circulating about the “murder hornet,” the unfortunate moniker of the Asian Giant hornet, Vespa …
Asian Giant Hornets in Washington State
The news media are reporting that the Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) has been found in Washington state. This hornet …
Beginner Farmer Online Series
Extension Agents always have clients ask them, “I have some land that I want to do something with. Tell …
CARES Act for Farmers Part II: the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP)
[The following is written in anticipation of the release of interim rules from USDA on the described programs, and …
Turkey Talking 101
When Benjamin Franklin suggested the wild turkey as our national bird, he obviously noticed its fascinating characteristics and appeal. …
Starting and Managing Your Strawberry Patch
The N.C. Cooperative Extension Service will be holding a free seminar on how to establish and maintain your strawberry …
Starting and Managing Your Blueberry Plants
The N.C. Cooperative Extension Service will be holding a free seminar on how to establish and maintain your blueberry …
Food Preservation Made Easy
Learn to preserve your own food using the most recent evidence-based information to assure a safe, quality product for …
How to Take A Soil Sample
Soil sampling is the foundation of your farm or garden. Watch this video provided by Joe Deal, Extension Agent, …
2020 Macon County Fair
Here in Macon County, The Macon County Fair is an event that we all look forward to in September. …
Home Flock Series: Raising Backyard Chickens
Spring is here and many folks are purchasing baby chicks for their backyard flocks. If you are interested in …
Tips for Growing a Successful Vegetable Garden
Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to start planning your vegetable garden! As gardeners race out of …
Healthy Pantry - Healthy Family
Over the course of the last week, my family and I along with the rest of the world have …
Food and Farming Apprenticeships
Five part-time paid food and farming apprenticeships begin January 2020. Apply today for positions at Wehrloom Honey, Sustainabilities, Granville’s …
Turkey Tips for the upcoming Holiday
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, many are already making plans for cooking the turkey. So how much …
Grants for Diversifying Farms
WNC Agricultural Options is now accepting grant applications from farmers diversifying or expanding their businesses. With funding from the …
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