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IREDELL INFORMED - SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER | 
 
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 Labor Day honors the work of all Americans, including farmers and farmworkers, who are integral to the nation's food, fuel, and fiber supply. Farmers often work beyond the typical 40-hour week, especially during planting and harvest seasons.  | 
 
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One Sweet Celebration | 
 
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 Dear Friends, 
After 40 years of dedicated leadership, our director, Nancy Keith, has officially retired. On behalf of Iredell County, we want to express our deepest gratitude for her vision, commitment, leadership and guidance. Nancy's contributions have been invaluable in shaping our success, growing our team, and navigating our community. Our staff is fully prepared and committed to lead and support all operations, and maintain a commitment to serving our community. Please join us in wishing Nancy a happy and fulfilling retirement.
  
Sincerely, 
Iredell County Cooperative Extension  | 
 
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Small Grain Crop | 
 
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 Area Specialized Agent, Jenny Carleo, with NC State Extension discusses some of the advantages and disadvantages of chopping corn residue before planting the next crop.  | 
 
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 Jenny_Carleo@ncsu.edu 
  
Jenny also serves these 17 counties: Alexander, Anson, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Cumberland, Gaston, Hoke, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Moore, Richmond, Rowan, Scotland, Stanly, Union Counties 
 
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 Homeschool Embryology  | 
 
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 Experience the magic of life right in your home with the 4-H Embryology Chick Hatching Project! You will get all the supplies needed to complete this project at no cost! 
  
Fall Session: Oct. 28 – Nov. 21 
Spring Session 1: Jan. 27 – Feb. 20 
Spring Session 2: Apr. 14 – May 8 
  
Registration opens Monday, September 8th at 1:00 PM
  
  
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 4-H Meat Raffle  | 
 
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 Support local youth and stock your freezer at the same time! Iredell County 4-H is hosting a special raffle with some amazing prizes—two lucky winners will each take home a quarter of a cow, and one winner will receive half of a hog. Tickets are just $10 each, and all proceeds directly benefit Iredell County 4-H youth programs.
  
Tickets can be purchased in three convenient ways: visit the Iredell County Extension Booth at the Iredell County Fair, buy from any Iredell County 4-H Club, or stop by the Extension Office at 444 Bristol Drive in Statesville. The drawing will take place on October 8, so don’t miss your chance!
  
By purchasing a ticket, you’re not only entering to win a freezer full of fresh, local meat—you’re also helping us continue to grow Iredell County youth into strong leaders for the future.  | 
 
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 From simple snacks to memorable meals, explore this collection of 1,000+ recipes to find delicious ways to enjoy fruits and veggies every time you eat.  | 
 
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