2020 Extension Master Food Volunteer Registration NOW OPEN
Do you enjoy cooking, eating, local food work, or just simply – food? If you answered yes to any of …
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Become a Master Gardener Volunteer
Applications for the 2019 Extension Master Gardener℠ program of Chowan, Gates, & Perquimans Counties are now being accepted! Find more details and …
Master Gardeners Announce Scholarship
The Chowan, Gates and Perquimans County Volunteer Master Gardeners are proud to announce The Katherine G. Shook Master Gardener …
Agroecology on-Farm Dinner, 10/7/2017
Join us for delicious food prepared with produce from our farm, farm tours, a grand opening of our new …
As Power Returns - Is Your Refrigerated Food Safe?
As power is being restored to many areas, it is important to know if your refrigerated food is still …
Flood Safety and Recovery Information
With heavy rains from Hurricane Matthew, flooding is a major concern across much of North Carolina. This flooding will …
Hard Freeze Predicted for Much of the State 4/9/2016
Protect tender plants, and newly set fruit! It is going to be cold tonight!! Tips for Protecting your plants More Detailed …
Second Saturday: A Celebration of Food & Community, 9am-4pm, Raleigh, NC
A monthly celebration of local food + community Through monthly exhibitions, showcases, events and demos community members can explore new …
Community Gardening Handbook $10 Plus Shipping
Collard Greens and Common Ground: A North Carolina Community Food Gardening Handbook by Don Boekelheide & Lucy Bradley Now available …
Natural Learning Initiative Design Institute, Raleigh NC 10/21-22/2015
13th Annual Design Institute: The Whole Child in Nature Designing and programming children’s outdoor environments for play, learning, and well-being. Join …
BUGFEST Saturday, September 19, 2015 9 am–7 pm, Downtown Raleigh
BugFest is the largest arthropod-focused event in the country! With over 30,000 visitors, over 100 exhibits, displays, crafts, games and …
Trees, Shrubs, and Conifers: Identification and Use - NC State & Longwood Team Up to Offer Non-Credit Online Course
Learn cultural information about trees, shrubs, and conifers and their use in the landscape. Learn to identify and appreciate commonly …
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 …
2015 Conference: NC Extension Master Gardener Volunteer
“Stewards of the Environment” the 2015 NC Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Conference, 9/21 – 9/22/2015, the Embassy Suites, just …
New Kale Publication: Grow It, Eat It!
Often called the queen of greens, kale is rapidly gaining popularity because of its exceptional nutrient richness, health benefits, …
Almanac Gardener - 32 Years of Excellence
Great Article by Dee Shore about the 30 minute television show and its host Mike Gray. Recordings of Shows available …
13th Annual Natural Learning Initiative Design Institute
The Whole Child in Nature Designing and programming children’s outdoor environments for play, learning, and well-being. Learn how naturalized outdoor environments …
8th Annual Paw Paw Festival
Free Event! The 8th annual NC pawpaw festival will be held 10 a.m. -1 p.m., Saturday, August 29, 2015 at …
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 …
Storm Damage to Trees
Recent snow and ice storms have caused extensive damage to trees. Consider hiring a certified arborist to help assess …
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