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 …
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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. …
West District 4-H Horse Show & Open Horse Show Coming Soon!!!
We are happy to announce the 2018 West District – North Carolina 4-H Qualifying Horse Show at the WNC …
Pickin’ in the Pines – A Bluegrass & BBQ Benefit Concert for Millstone 4H Camp
Please join us on Oct 21st for Grammy Award nominee Blue Highway along w/ Long Gone Bluegrass and Lauren …
Agroecology on-Farm Dinner, 10/7/2017
Join us for delicious food prepared with produce from our farm, farm tours, a grand opening of our new …
Beef Quality Assurance Certification Program-Postponed
There will be a Beef Quality Assurance Certification program held on Thursday, August 17, 7:00-10:00 a.m. at the Brasstown …
Food Preservation Workshop
Canning High and Low Acid Foods April 11, 2017 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. Community Services Building 25 Riverside Circle Hayesville, NC It may not be …
Registration for the Produce Safety Rule Growers Training in North Carolina
This one-day training course on the Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) standardized curriculum is for produce growers. This course meets the regulatory requirements …
Inspiring Future Science Leaders - CYFAR Project
Youth in both the Carolina’s face overwhelming challenges: failing schools, teacher turnover, the out-migration of young millennials from small …
Water Conservation During the Drought
In addition to several wildfires in western North Carolina, Cherokee County is experiencing a season of severe drought. We …
Tax Relief for Drought-Stricken Farmers in 25 North Carolina Counties
With all of the rain and flooding caused by Hurricane Matthew, it may be easy to forget that the …
Shannon Coleman Is Modern Woodmen's "Hometown Hero for Youth".
The Modern Woodmen Chapters choose a Hometown Hero each year. A volunteer or volunteer group is recognized for their …
Hard Freeze Predicted for Much of the State 4/9/2016
Protect tender plants, and newly set fruit! It is going to be cold tonight!! Tips for Protecting your plants More Detailed …
Second Saturday: A Celebration of Food & Community, 9am-4pm, Raleigh, NC
A monthly celebration of local food + community Through monthly exhibitions, showcases, events and demos community members can explore new …
Community Gardening Handbook $10 Plus Shipping
Collard Greens and Common Ground: A North Carolina Community Food Gardening Handbook by Don Boekelheide & Lucy Bradley Now available …
Natural Learning Initiative Design Institute, Raleigh NC 10/21-22/2015
13th Annual Design Institute: The Whole Child in Nature Designing and programming children’s outdoor environments for play, learning, and well-being. Join …
BUGFEST Saturday, September 19, 2015 9 am–7 pm, Downtown Raleigh
BugFest is the largest arthropod-focused event in the country! With over 30,000 visitors, over 100 exhibits, displays, crafts, games and …
Scarecrow Contest Coming Up!
The Valley River Art Walk presents their Scarecrow Contest! Entries are due to the Extension office by Wednesday, September …
Trees, Shrubs, and Conifers: Identification and Use - NC State & Longwood Team Up to Offer Non-Credit Online Course
Learn cultural information about trees, shrubs, and conifers and their use in the landscape. Learn to identify and appreciate commonly …
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