A view of the Plant Sale at the NHC Arboretum 2025

2026 Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association Plant Sale

Published - January 15, 2026 Read
Looking up at Spanish Moss

Hanging Tough - Resilience of Spanish Moss

Published - April 3, 2026 Read
Crew at Zanuadu Farms in Onslow County

Thank a Farmworker Today

Published - March 27, 2026 Read

News From New Hanover County Center

Backyard Sustainability Series starting at the NHC Arboretum each Wednesday from May 6 to June 10
Backyard Sustainability Series – Spring 2026

Published - March 24, 2026

Early handling and socialization turn curious chicks into gentle backyard companions that are easy to manage and a joy to keep.
From Coop to Kitchen: A Guide to Starting Your Backyard Flock

Published - March 20, 2026

1937 4-H Health Festival in New Hanover County
The Rich History of North Carolina 4-H

Published - March 19, 2026

Participants learn about Rain Gardens Creek Week 2026
Celebrate Cape Fear Creek Week, March 14 - 21

Published - March 13, 2026

Seed packets are like instruction manuals. Follow directions closely for best germination success
From Packet to Plant: Understanding Seed Terminology

Published - March 6, 2026

Youth presenting on gymnastics at county activity day
4-H Youth Can Now Register for County Activity Day - April 27th Deadline

Published - March 3, 2026

Tabletop work In Lewis Greenhouse
Green Socializing

Published - February 27, 2026

Pinus palustris male cones - March 31 - Warren Co., NC Cathy DeWitt
Track Pine Pollen Season at Home

Published - February 5, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Together for Birds! A Project Learning Tree K-5 Workshop Tuesday | Apr 07 | 9:00 AM — 4:00 PM Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Rd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, USA
Extension Master Gardener Association Plant Sale Thursday | Apr 16 | 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Extension Master Gardener Association Plant Sale Friday | Apr 17 | 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Ability Garden 3rd Saturday Plant Sale Saturday | Apr 18 | 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Extension Master Gardener Association Plant Sale Saturday | Apr 18 | 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
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News From NC State Extension

Two women in green Master Gardener aprons lead a tour through colorful gardens.
Annual Report Explores Our Volunteers' Growing Impact Across North Carolina

Published - April 3, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
Picture of alfalfa field
Workshop: Alfalfa Production in North Carolina

Published - April 2, 2026

From: Forages
Gardening experts install plants at Cooperative Extension.
April is Global Volunteer Month: Shining a Light on the Volunteers Who Inspire Us!

Published - April 1, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
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Planting Intentions: The Therapeutic Power of the Growing Season

Published - April 1, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
State 4-H Officers, wearing their official green jacket attire, posed together for a group photo at the NC 4-H booth of the 2025 N.C. State Fair.
Journey as a Teen Leader: 2026-2027 NC 4-H State Officer Applications are Open!

Published - March 31, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Black annual bluegrass weevil (insect) adult on tip of grass leaf blade
New Annual Bluegrass Weevil Resources!

Published - March 30, 2026

From: TurfFiles
A man wearing a striped polo shirt sits on a wicker couch with green cushions and yellow pillows. He's gesturing with his hand while speaking.
Spring 2026 Pest Update Video

Published - March 30, 2026

From: TurfFiles
A Digital Skills Educator sits beside an older man in his home, showing him how to use a smartwatch to monitor important health information.
Randolph County Digital Skills Support Helps Resident Stay Safe and Independent at Home

Published - March 25, 2026

From: Community Development
This is an image of beef steers (black) grazing several experimental paddocks of tall fescue.
Regional Forage-Livestock Systems In-Service Training and SPFCIC

Published - March 25, 2026

From: Forages
Two teenage girls stand next to each other smiling. One girl is holding a baby goat.
Apply Now to Host International Youth through 4-H!

Published - March 24, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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