2020 National Farmers Market Week
This week is National Farmers Market Week which is an annual celebration of farmers markets coordinated by the Farmers …
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.
Mental Health During CO-VID 19
With the current uncertainty about the future and restrictions on regular habits, more people are experiencing mental health issues. …
Positive Family Relationships During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has afforded many Americans with a lot more “family together time” than they have ever experienced …
Heading Back to School or Back to Work?
Our friends at Tennesse State University Cooperative Extension have put together some excellent resources about easing the transition back …
Teaching Kids at Home
Our friends at Tennessee State University Cooperative Extenstion have put together some wonderful resources about how to teach kids …
SNAP Benefits to Increase in Fiscal Year 2021
2020 has been a difficult year but in every tragedy, there is triumph. The USDA has decided to increase …
Introducing the Chatham Food Hub!
The Chatham Food Hub is a collaborative project between Chatham County, UNC, and NC State University partners. The Chatham …
COVID-19 Factsheets for Young Adults
The CDC recently released a series of COVID-19 factsheets specifically targeting young adults to help keep them safe. Please …
It's Canning Season! Has Your Gauge Been Tested?
If you want to can low-acid foods such as red meats, sea food, poultry, milk and all fresh vegetables …
Local Food Demonstration Kit & Recipe Cards: A Local Food Resource for Agents and Beyond
The Local Food Preparation Workgroup of the Local Food Program Team has created a variety of local-food-focused recipe cards …
In the Cards
As unemployment surged in North Carolina this spring during the COVID-19 pandemic, so did the demand for food from …
Announcing July Extension Extended Virtual Programming Series
The Cooperative Extension Program at N.C. A&T State University has put together another virtual programming series for July 2020. …
The Problem in the Process
Often we hear a lot about eating processed and unprocessed foods? What does it all mean, and why does …
Pans or Pills? the Choice Is Yours
Did you know that a full two-thirds of chronic diseases (such as diabetes and heart disease) can be prevented …
Lift Plus Starting June 1
Although many adults realize they need 150 minutes per week of vigorous physical activity to maintain health and wellness, …
That White Envelope May Be Worth $1,200
If you haven’t received your Economic Impact Payment (EIP) yet, perhaps you should be on the lookout for a …
Need Ideas for Your Cookout?
Even though many of us are experiencing spring and upcoming summer holidays a bit different this year due to …
SNAP-Ed Makes Big Impacts Across the State
North Carolina State University’s Steps to Health program is just one of nine SNAP-Ed programs in the state of …
Banana Oatmeal Pancakes Recipe Demonstration
In this Banana Oatmeal Pancake recipe, our FCS agent demonstrates a super easy and delicious alternative to traditional pancakes. …
Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Registration closes on June 12. Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Registration closes on June …
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