VOLUNTEER!! Volunteers are the heart of N.C. Cooperative Extension. Volunteers are the key to our success. You, an existing or potential volunteer, are a key component of bringing the University to the people of McDowell County through a variety of program areas, both youth and adult.
The Agricultural Advisory Board is seeking volunteers to serve on the Board. The purpose of the Board is to review and approve applications for qualified farmland and voluntary agricultural districts and make recommendations concerning the establishment and modification of agricultural districts, to hold public hearings, and to perform other related tasks as assigned.
Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. Imagine cutting down the amount of trash you take to the dump by 25%. Composting is the answer and this webinar will teach you how you can create compost at home. Learn more & register>>
Summer Grilling Has Begun Memorial Day usually starts the summer get-togethers. Many of us like using our grills in the summer months. Here are some tips to keep in mind, so that we end up serving safe foods as well as tasty foods.
Let’s Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month!
June has been observed as National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month since 1991. This was made into observance to promote the growers and farmers and the grilling season. There are several places to shop for fresh fruits and veggies.
Looking for fun ways to learn and stay busy this Summer? Then look no further than McDowell 4-H. Below you can find our Summer Discovery brochure and all the registration information.
West Marion Community Forum, Inc. will be hosting the inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Festival in McDowell on Friday, June 17 to Sunday, June 19. The event will take place at various locations in McDowell. Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. All are invited to attend and build community.
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.
