The 40th annual Small Farms Week will be held March 22-26 with the theme “Deep Roots, Strong Future: 40 Years of Small Farm Impact.” Events will include workshops, hands-on demonstrations, and the naming of the 2026 Small Farmers of the Year, with an emphasis on the crucial role of small-scale producers and their impact on communities since Small Farms Week began in 1985.
Preserve, Plan, and Prosper: Protecting Farm and Forest Resources in NC
This workshop series, directed at NC landowners, will bring local farmers, landowners, & resource providers together for a workshop focused on forest management & restoration, income-producing opportunities, and other topics.
Pasture Weed ID-Thistle
For many producers, thistle is more than just an eyesore. It’s a persistent pasture problem that seems to show up exactly where you don’t want it. Understanding why thistle grows & how it spreads is the first step toward managing it. Learn more>>
Annual Spring Fling Plant Sale
The Master Gardeners of McDowell County will hold their 6th Annual Spring Fling Plant Sale on Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Historic Marion Tailgate Market, 67 West Henderson Street, Marion.
McDowell County Center’s Keep McDowell Beautiful program in partnership with the McDowell 250 Committee will be hosting a clean up of the Catawba River on Saturday April 18 from 9 a.m. until noon.
The N.C. Cooperative Extension-McDowell County Center's “Keep McDowell Beautiful” program will be partnering with the YMCA and Marion East Community Forum to host a clean-up day. We provide supplies and training.
Are you ready to stop feeling frustrated by technology and start exploring the exciting world of digital connection?
We're thrilled to announce our upcoming Get to Know Your Tablet-Android Essentials Course, designed specifically for beginners and those with little experience.
This month, explore the different flours and try something new. An easy way to get the kids involved is to make this fun bread in a bag! They will have fun mixing and kneading in the bag, and then eating the bread for a snack. Try this today! Enjoy!
One of the most important steps in food safety is checking the temperature of our cooked foods before consuming them. Using the right thermometer ensures that we get accurate temperatures to determine when our food is cooked safely. Learn more>>
New Extension Master Food Volunteer Training Coming this Spring
NC Cooperative Extension-McDowell Center, is pleased to announce an exciting new volunteer opportunity for anyone who wants to learn about nutrition, cooking & local food systems, while also serving their community!
Attention graduating seniors! It is time to start applying for college scholarships. Please reach out to Chad for scholarship applications at chad_ray@ncsu.edu.
NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.
