Instant Pot 101
Life gets busy and looking for quick ways to feed your family “real food” is important. Look no further …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.
NCDA&CS Accepting Applications for Healthy Food Small Retailer Program
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will offer grant assistance to convenience stores interested in offering healthier …
Food Safety After the Power Is Restored
Matthew paid us a dangerous visit. He was nicer to some of us. All of us experienced at least …
"Feeding the Locals"- Local Foods Newsletter
Get your latest copy of the “Feeding the Locals” newsletter. In this issue: Consider new crops, follow trends, evaluate …
Southern Piedmont Local Food Producers' Conference
On February 24th 2015, the first ever Local Food Producers’ Conference for the region will be held at the …
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- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
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- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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