Fall Master Gardener Class Planned
A Master Gardener program will be taught this fall in Cherokee County. The classes will be taught September 14-October …
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Master Gardener Volunteers Provide Free Assistance
The Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Cherokee County are providing free online and in-person assistance for anyone in Cherokee County. If …
Reducing Wildfire Risks Community Meetings
Wildfires occur in Cherokee County but there are ways to reduce your risk from wildfire damage and home ignition. …
Urgent New Pest Alert: Box Tree Moth Found in the US
Box tree moth, Cydalima perspectalis, is native to Asia. It was introduced into Europe in 2007 and quickly spread …
Tractor Supply Paper Clover Campaign Happening Now
Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through …
"I Love My County Because" Art Contest Open
In an effort to bolster civic education and educate communities on the role of county government, the National Association …
Master Gardener Training Survey
We are excited in planning the Master Gardener Training, but we need your help. Please complete the Google Survey …
4-H Plant Pre-Sold Order Pick Up April 8
The information contained below is not for people to come and purchase plants it is information for those that …
Cherokee County 4-H Plant Sale Now Through March 11
Cherokee County 4-H annual plant and fruit tree sale continues through the middle of March. All proceeds will go …
Landscape Contractor License Exam and Review
Cliff Ruth, Extension Area Agent and Regional Certification Program Coordinator with NC State University has been developing an online course, …
Starting and Managing Your Blueberry Patch
The N.C. Cooperative Extension Service will be holding a free seminar on how to establish and maintain your blueberry …
Strawberries: How to Start and Sustain Your Home Strawberry Patch
The N.C. Cooperative Extension Service will be holding a free seminar on how to establish and maintain your strawberry …
Online 'Beginner' BEES School
The NC State University Apiculture Department is pleased to announce two options for online beekeeper training for new or beginning …
Business of Farming Conference
ASAP’s (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project) Business of Farming Conference is one of the region’s premier events dedicated to providing …
Annual Cherokee County 4-H Plant Sale Coming Soon
Cherokee County 4-H will once again be conducting its annual plant and fruit tree sale. All proceeds go to …
Agritourism Training Coming in January 2021
Do you have plan to start or do you have an agritourism business? Training will be offered in January. …
Firewise USA Awareness Training
The national Firewise USA® recognition program provides a collaborative framework to help neighbors in a geographic area get organized, …
Blueberry Guide Available
“A Pocket Guide to IPM Scouting in Highbush Blueberries” published by Michigan State University has been updated and is …
Pruning Workshop
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Cherokee County is offering a pruning workshop and demonstration on January 29, 2021, starting at …
Vegetable Garden Classes
Want to learn how to grow your own fresh vegetables? With rising food prices and shortages due to the …
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