2021 NC Governor Volunteer Service Award Nominations
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Farms, Food, and You: Vermicomposting
NC State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences has a new podcast series called Farms, Food, and You. …
Backyard Composting
Instead of disposing of yard trimmings and kitchen scraps, you can compost them in your own backyard. Composting is an …
Chanel Nestor Joins CRD Team
The NC State University CRD team is excited to welcome Chanel Nestor as the Project Coordinator for the CREATE …
Wellness Wonders Camp Kits
Youth wellness is essential, especially during these uncertain times. Check out our Wellness Wonders Camp Kits for kindergarten through …
NC 4-H Virtual Craft Fair
Have you been looking for a way to express yourself? Here’s the perfect opportunity to channel the inner artist in …
Mountain West NC in North Carolina Chosen for Pilot Program Designed to Strengthen Rural Economies
Raleigh, NC – North Carolina State University announces the selection of a multi-county region in North Carolina for participation in …
2020 Governor Volunteer Award Winners Announced
The Governor’s Volunteer Service Award honors the true spirit of volunteerism by recognizing individuals, groups and businesses that make a significant …
Introduction to Plant Identification
The Path to Successful Gardening Six Week Course taught by Bryce Lane NCSU Professor & Lecturer Emeritus, Dept. of Horticultural Science Location JC Raulston …
Almanac Gardener - 32 Years of Excellence
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It's in the (Produce) Bag
COVID-19 may bruise North Carolina’s tourism economy this summer, but it’s not stopping the Vacationer Supported Agriculture program from …
Extension Extended
Be sure to check out the Extension Extended series offered by N.C. A&T State University this month! These virtual workshops …
North Carolina Master Gardeners Blaze a Virtual Trail
One year ago this month, NC State Extension Master Gardeners in Durham county created a radio show. In developing …
Extension Master Gardeners in Durham County Launch a Radio Show
The Extension Master Gardeners in Durham County have launched a radio show on WCOM 103.5 FM. The show, can …
New Online Poultry Resources Available for 2020
With everything going on in the world right now, we know there is a lot of uncertainty about many …
2014 Southern Region Extension Master Gardener Conference, Oct 21-24
Outstanding line-up of National Speakers; gorgeous tours; great food; and lots of fun. Open to the public! Register now, …
Mount Vernon Community Garden
“Wineka column: Vision for ‘edible landscape’ comes together at Mount Vernon Community Garden“, Article and Images in SalisburyPost.com Brenda Chunn …
Winton Farmer's Market Season Opening!
The Winton Farmer’s Market is opening for the season next Friday, May 1, 2020 at 205 South Main Street …
USDA Unveils Tool to Help Rural Communities Address COVID-19
[View original announcement from USDA – Rural Development] USDA’s COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide Lists Federal Programs That Can Help …
Paycheck Protection Program
The Paycheck Protection Program “PPP” has authorized up to $349 billion in forgivable loans for small businesses to continue …
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National eXtension Resources
- Agricultural and Food Law (eXtension.org)
- Civil Dialogue (eXtension)
- Community Planning and Zoning
- Cooperatives (eXtension)
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (eXtension)
- Enhancing Rural Community Capacity (eXtension)
- Entrepreneurship (eXtension)
Partnerships and Organizations
- Industry Expansion Solutions
- NC Drought Management Advisory Council
- NC Rural Center
- Small Business and Technology Development Center
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- Hertford County Public School Book List
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