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Agriculture FREE Soil Samples Time is almost out for free soil samples! Drop your samples off by our office no later than November 15 in order to participate in the free soil sample program.
Nickels for Know How The Agriculture and Forestry Awareness Study Commission has an upcoming meetingbe studying the Right to Repair Farm
Equipment and will consist of group presentations and public comments to the commission.
AgOptions Grant WNC Agricultural Options is now accepting grant applications from farmers diversifying or expanding their businesses. Applicants should contact their Cooperative Extension agents by Nov. 10 to set up an appointment to discuss their projects. Applications are due November 18.
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES Buying & Thawing your Thanksgiving Turkey
Everyone’s favorite eating holiday is here! While cozy family gatherings and Aunt Myrtle’s cranberry relish may be off the menu this year, a big ol’ turkey is still very much in play.
Turkey tends to be the star attraction, the top billing, the big bird (literally) of the meal, so you want to make sure it’s perfect. But first things first: buying and thawing your poultry centerpiece safely.
Bread Making Class taught at Hayesville High Kim Terrell, FCS Agent, recently visited Mrs. Rhinehardt's Foods 1 and Foods 2 classes at Hayesville High School to discuss the science of bread making.
Maintain, Don't Gain Challenge This holiday season, the only thing that should be “stuffed” is the turkey. Many Americans gain between 1 and 5 pounds each holiday season. While it might not sound like much, most people never manage to lose those extra pounds.
November is National Diabetes Month November is National Diabetes Month. A time when organizations and communities around the country work together to bring attention to diabetes.
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Excuses to Avoid Yard Work This Fall They grow. They turn brilliant colors. They capture our hearts. Then they make a mess. Leaves can be a hassle, but put the rake down for a moment. It turns out, leaving the leaves in your yard is beneficial to both wildlife and the environment. Here are a few excuses to avoid garden cleanup.
4-H & Youth Development Children Learning about Gardening | Update The children enjoyed having a summer garden so they have planted a fall garden. At the last meeting, the children had taken out the summer crops and planted collard greens, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and brussel sprouts.
Tips & Tricks for Summer Camp 2023 Camping with North Carolina 4-H Camps in summer 2023 will be the best week of your child’s summer! So we want to take a moment now to give parents and guardians some insider pro-tips to make the most of your child’s summer camp experience in 2023.
Join Kim Terrell, FCS Agent, to learn the difference between yeast breads & quick breads. Enjoy a hands on baking experience while sharing holiday quick bread recipes & tasting. The class will also be making a Christmas Wreath. There is a $25 registration fee to cover material cost. Space is limited. To register, click here.
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There are several ways in which you can request the assistance of an agent:
Stop by our office at 25 Riverside Circle, Suite 2, Hayesville, NC (Old health department building below the library)
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University and N.C. A&T State University works in tandem, along with federal, state, and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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Hayesville, NC 28904
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