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 …
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.
The FAMACHA History
The FAMACHA charts are named after Faffa Malan from South Africa. Check the following YouTube informative …
4-H Livestock Projects Grows Leaders
It has been proven by several studies over the years that 4-H and the hands-on experiences provided in the …
Youth Garden a Success
Future Farmers of America and 4-H will soon join hands in working together at the Youth Garden in Marble, …
Hemp License Application and the "Bona Fide Farmer": Is There a Minimum Farm Income Requirement?
A not uncommon question persists regarding the use of the term “Bona Fide Farmer” in the hemp license application: …
EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems
Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) is conducting a survey to gather input from food system stakeholders in the southwestern …
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
Cherokee County will be hosting a Wildfire Community Preparedness Day at the North Carolina Forest Service Office located at …
Early Detection of the Spotted Lanternfly Is Critical
First found in eastern Pennsylvania in 2014, spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive insect pest that has now …
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Trainings in Spanish
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Trainings in Spanish The Fresh Produce Safety Program will be offering two Produce Safety Alliance …
4-H & Bee's in the Classroom!
The first grade at Murphy Elementary is busy learning about the benefits of honey bee’s and other pollinators through …
4-H Plant Sale Starts February 1
Cherokee County 4-H is once again conducting its annual plant and tree sale. All proceeds will go to Cherokee …
Guidance for Industry: Evaluating the Safety of Flood-Affected Food Crops for Human Consumption
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided guidance for situations under which farms may be affected by flooding …
Howard Brown of Andrews Named 2018 NC Farmer of the Year!
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cherokee County Center would like to congratulate Howard Brown of Andrews, North Carolina for being selected …
Steak and Potatoes Field Day Returns August 7
Everyone interested in Plateau-based agricultural enterprises is invited to attend the annual Steak and Potatoes Field Day sponsored by …
Backyard Milk Goats Seminar
I bet you have always dreamed of raising your own goats. The Community Council of the Georgia Mountain Research …
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WNC AgOptions Announces 2018 Awardees
Diversifying farmers in western North Carolina are receiving support to offset the risk of expanding and trying new ventures. …
Growing Farmers to Feed Our Future
Learn How N.C. Cooperative Extension is growing farmers for the future on. To learn about careers in Agriculture contact …
How Much Fertilizer Do I Need on My Lawn
To determine the amount of fertilizer on the lawn you need to determine the area. To learn how to …
Duke Energy Solar Grants
Alex Arnold with WNC Energy Cost-Share Assistance Program is trying to get grant money to farmers in Duke Energy …
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