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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.
AgOptions Grant WNC Agricultural Options is now accepting grant applications from farmers diversifying or expanding their businesses. With funding from the N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission, WNC AgOptions is distributing $228,000 to western North Carolina farmers in 2024. The application deadline is Nov. 17.
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.
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.
Homegrown: Why Mushrooms Grow In My Yard (Sometimes)
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