Safe Plates Food Manager Food Safety Certification Class & Exam
North Carolina Cooperative Extension in Haywood County will be offering a Safe Plates Food Manager Food Safety Certification Class …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.
NC Safe Plates Offered in Macon County
Class : April 29 & 30, 2019, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Exam: May 1, 2019, from 9 a.m.–noon Print Registration Form …
Med Instead of Meds
Eating like those who live in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk …
February - American Heart Month
I was pleasantly surprised recently to hear that my cholesterol and blood pressure had improved over the past year! …
Three Class Series: Cook Smart / Eat Smart
In these three-part series, participants will learn to cook quick meals within their food budget. The Cook Smart Eat …
Soup, the Ultimate One Pot Meal
When the outside temperature dips to 8 °F, I know it’s time for the ultimately easy one pot meal…. …
Upcoming Family & Consumer Science Classes - Mediterranean Cooking Classes
Two Part Series Wednesday, October 18, 9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 31, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The most recently released …
Walk, Lunch & Learn Class Starts April 17
Take your first step to a healthier you by joining Family & Consumer Science Extension Agent, Julie Sawyer, for …
Mediterranean Cooking Classes
Three Part Series May 2, 9, & 16 The most recently released Dietary Guidelines for Americans includes the Healthy Mediterranean-Style …
What's in Season?
As our roadside stands and tailgate markets start to open up for the season keep an eye out for …
February Is American Heart Month!
February is American Heart Month! The focus of American Heart Month in February is on having a healthy heart! …
February Is American Heart Month!
February is American Heart Month! While some may have visions of chocolate hearts, boxes of candy, valentines and candy …
Eat Smart Move More, Maintain, Dont Gain! Holiday Challenge
You are invited to join the 10th annual Eat Smart, Move More, Maintain, don’t gain! Holiday Challenge. Rather than …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
More Extension Programs at NC State University
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