Value-Added Dairy Conference, January 14-15, 2019!
Asheville, NC Download the conference brochure here. This conference will provide opportunities for dairy producers to learn more about on-farm processing …
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Carolinas Horticulture Therapy Network Workshop: Jan 26, 2019
The Ability Garden in Wilmington, NC is excited to kick off their 20th year by hosting a Carolinas Horticulture Therapy …
Anticipated Seasonal Increase in Coyote Sightings
NCWRC Media Contact: Jodie B. Owen 919-707-0187 During the months of October and November, North Carolinians can expect to see/hear coyotes with …
Registration Open for the Chatham Senior Education Conference
Join the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center and the Chatham County Council on Aging for the 2018 Fall …
Think Food Safety When the Power is Out
Hurricane Michael made landfall earlier today in Florida and is quickly speeding along a track with takes it directly …
Equine Nutrition and Hay Selection Workshop
Come to learn about equine nutrition and hay selection! Topics include meeting the nutrient requirements of your horse, knowing …
Fraud Alert - Hurricane Home Cleanup
NC Emergency Management recently posted a message warning residents that individuals are posing as NCVOAD Crisis Cleanup representatives. NCVOAD …
Food Safety When the Power Is Out
As of this morning, there are over 650,000 households in North Carolina without power. With the loss of power …
2018 Chatham County Farm and Industry Tour
The Chatham County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension is hosting its annual Chatham County Farm and Industry Tour …
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