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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.

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The Silent Danger: Radon

January is National Radon Action Month. Did you know that 1 in every 15 homes has high radon levels? …

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Your Mind: Use It or Lose It

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Healthy Holiday Tips

Ten Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating

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NC Disaster Information

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Appendix H. Community Gardening Resources

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Application for Community Gardening Assistance

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Community Garden Asset Inventory

This document is part of Appendix H of the Extension Gardener Handbook.

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Instructions for Tracking the Garden Harvest

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