Instant Pot 101
Life gets busy and looking for quick ways to feed your family “real food” is important. Look no further …
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Beat the Squash Vine Borer
If you’re like me, at some point in your gardening years a simple little white caterpillar has gotten the …
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 …
“Anson Ag Fair Set for End of September”
If you have a green thumb, an artistic eye, or a flair for crafts, now is the time to …
Farm Fresh Ventures and Sally's Kitchen
Here, Sally McNeil, the Family and Consumer Science Agent with Union County Cooperative Extension has pt together a video …
Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing
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Local Food Hub Launched, Taking Subscription Orders
FFVSubscriptionForm2013 A multi county, two state partnerships of local agricultural producers and Cooperative Extension Agents has finally launched and is …
New Area Agent- Local Foods
In response to the growing demand, Anson County now has a new area extension agent specializing in the field …
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