Invasive Insect Activity Is Heating Up! See Them? Report Them!
The warm weather seems to be here to stay and with that, last year’s new invasive insect arrivals are …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Webinar On Becoming Extension Master Gardener
The Extension Master Gardener Initial Training has been planned for 2023. This online webinar will provide a short introduction …
Podcasting Basics and Mobile Photography Classes Available in January
Would you like to learn more about Podcasting? Would you like to learn some tricks and tips on mobile …
Master Gardeners Receive Emeritus Status
A Master Gardener Volunteer with a history of outstanding volunteer service can be granted emeritus status by the local …
Register Now! Plant ID Classes Begin October 10th
This fall, we will be holding four of our popular online Plant ID classes offered in partnership with Longwood Gardens! …
Elm Zigzag Sawfly Found in NC for the First Time
A new invasive insect has been spotted in North Carolina. In August 2022, the elm zigzag sawfly (Argidae: Aproceros leucopoda) …
Podcast Launches
N.C. Cooperative Extension will launch the Grow and Graze Podcast in June. Farm Credit Service donation allowed the purchase …
Bradford Pear Bounty Back With Two Events This Fall
The Bradford Pear Bounty is back! After a successful inaugural event in April, NC’s Bradford Pear Bounty is coming …
Progress With European Pepper Moth
European pepper moth (Duponchelia fovealis) is a major, yet largely unrecognized, pest of nursery and greenhouse crops. This exotic …
Preparing For Wildfires With Firescaping
Wildfires occur in Cherokee County but there are ways to reduce your risk from wildfire damage and home ignition. …
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 …
Master Gardener Training Survey
We are excited in planning the Master Gardener Training, but we need your help. Please complete the Google Survey …
2021 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 …
Grow and Graze YouTube Channel Launched
Cherokee County has launched a YouTube channel. Grow and Graze is about growing agriculture products, young leaders thru 4-H, …
Be a Volunteer
Join the staff on a “Be A Volunteer” virtual informational session to inform you of volunteer opportunities and how we …
Transplanting Landscape Ornamentals
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cherokee County Center is offering a demonstration class on transplanting landscape plants. We will cover best …
Virtual 4-H Volunteer Conference
4-H Volunteers: Lighting the Way A Virtual 4-H Volunteer Conference September 24-September 26, 2020: Coming to You Wherever You …