Reducing Wildfire Risks Community Meetings
Wildfires occur in Cherokee County but there are ways to reduce your risk from wildfire damage and home ignition. …
Soil, Water & Air
Beef Cattle Field Day in Brasstown, NC
On July 16, 2021, at 2 p.m., a Beef Field Day will be held at Bass Hyatt’s farm in Brasstown, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Beef Conference Webinar
Improve your beef management skills from the comfort of your home or office. This webinar will offer something for …
Anaerobic Digester Systems for NC Farms
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Dairy ASA – Ashley Robbins will be hosting a webinar on February 4, 2021, from noon–1:30 …
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 …
Agribusiness Summit
The Tri-County Small Business Center is offering an upcoming Agribusiness Summit. This is an all-day event that will cover: Meet …
Organic Lawn Care
The department of Crop & Soil Sciences has published a new publication; A Guide to Organic Lawn Maintenance and …
How to Become a Beekeeper
Dr. David Tarpy NC State Professor and Extension Apiculturist Specialist has put together a publication on How to Become …
Zeta Storm Damage
If you have experienced any storm damage on your farm due to Tropical Storm Zeta, contact the Farm Service …
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 …
WNC AgOptions Grant Applications
On September 1, 2020, WNC Agricultural Options released its Call for Proposals for the 2021 grant cycle. Applications are being …
Transplanting Landscape Ornamentals
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cherokee County Center is offering a demonstration class on transplanting landscape plants. We will cover best …
The Grow Box
A program of Garden fun for your family delivered to your door from North Carolina 4-H and the JC …
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More Extension Programs at NC State University
- Biological and Agricultural Engineering
- Extension Soils Program
- Fisheries and Pond Management Extension
- NC State Stream Restoration Program
- Stormwater Engineering Group
- Water Quality and Waste Management Programs in Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Partnerships and Organizations
- NC Dept of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Air Quality
- NC Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance
- SaveWaterNC.org - Water Conservation Tips
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