July's Edition of the Growing Chatham Newsletter and Podcast Are Waiting for You!
It’s hard to believe that July is here! A new month means a new Growing Chatham Newsletter is ready …
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.
Summer Flavors, a Virtual Event With Tara Gregory
Join Tara in the kitchen to see what recipes she’s cooking up and learn about the nutrient-packed summer produce. …
Accessing Cooperative Extension Staff & Services This Summer
The N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center is pleased to serve our community members, and in an effort to …
Extension Interns Gain Real-World Experience and Serve Local Communities
Pittsboro, NC – NC State Extension announced that Kristin Peters is completing an Extension internship this summer with the …
Growing Chatham June Newsletter and Podcast Now Available!
View this month’s Growing Chatham It’s so hard to believe that summer has officially started, which means folks are outside …
May 2021 Growing Chatham Newsletter and Podcast Are Available!
The May 2021 Edition of Growing Chatham has arrived! Click to open this month’s Growing Chatham. Have little time …
Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Do Extraordinary Work in Therapeutic Horticulture!!!
It is National Volunteer Appreciation Week and we celebrate the amazing, talented, energetic, generous, enthusiastic Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers …
Cooking Up New Programs With Sarah Ware
Sarah Ware is the Family and Consumer Sciences Agent with N.C. Cooperative Extension in Jones and Onslow Counties. In …
Growing Chatham, April 2021 Edition Has Arrived!
Growing Chatham April Edition has now arrived and full of spring blossoms! Check out our upcoming webinars that are …
Day 4: Celebrating Small Farms Week, Recognizing Heart Song Farm
In late July Debbie Roos, Chatham County Agriculture Agent, visited Heart Song Farm in Silk Hope. Grower Emily Fuller has accomplished …
Day 3: Celebrating Small Farms Week, Recognizing Off Grid in Color
Last October, Agriculture Agent, Debbie Roos visited Chatham County’s Off Grid in Color and talked with farmer Chantel Johnson. …
Invitation to Chatham Farms and Related Businesses to Join the NC Farm App
Join hundreds of farms and agribusinesses across North Carolina in cooperative marketing! The North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center is …
Discover How the Foods You Love Can Build a Nutritious Meal. Personalize Your Plate!
Wondering how you can fit your favorite foods into a healthy meal? In celebration of National Nutrition Month, explore …
Growing Chatham, March Edition
Today is the beginning of a new month, which means Growing Chatham is now available! This month is full …
Introducing a New Addition to the Growing Chatham Newsletter, the Growing Chatham Podcast
February has arrived, bringing a hint of winter weather with it as well as the February edition of Growing …
Eat Well in 2021 with Med Instead of Meds
Mondays, February 1 – March 8, 2021 Each class starts at noon (EST) FREE 6-week Virtual Workshop Series Extension professionals from across …
Bye Bye 2020! January's Growing Chatham Welcomes 2021, New Webinars and More!
As we say goodbye to 2020 we look forward to what 2021 will bring. Hopefully, 2021 will be the …
Winter Squash: A Deliciously Sweet Nutrient Powerhouse
Looking for ways to add more fruits and vegetables into your meals this winter season? Winter squash is not only …
Robin Hood's Kitchen Converts Food Waste to Meals for Food Pantry
I have long known that Chatham County is a special place with an amazing community of creative, passionate people …
Naughty or Nice? It Doesn't Matter, Go Ahead and Open December's Growing Chatham!
It’s the season of giving and we are giving you our holiday edition of Growing Chatham! Do you enjoy …
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County Extension Programs
Information Portals
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- N.C. Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
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Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers
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