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Cape Fear Native Plant Festival 2026

Published - May 29, 2026 Read
Amy Mead teaching during ProDay Eco 2026

Pesticide applicators invited to join Gardening Foundations for Pesticide Applicator Credit

Published - July 30, 2026 Read
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Explore the Opportunities of New Hanover County 4-H at End of Summer Fun Event

Published - July 27, 2026 Read

News From New Hanover County Center

Veggie gardening presentation
Elevate Your Garden This Fall: Upcoming Vegetable Gardening Presentations

Published - August 4, 2026

This little tool makes cutting the tops and bottom off a breeze.
Summer Food Traditions

Published - August 3, 2026

Spotted Lanternfly Displaying Underwing
Learn to Spot the Spotted Lanternfly Before It Arrives

Published - July 21, 2026

Driven by drought, leaf scorch occurs when roots can't absorb enough water to match transpirational loss, killing the leaf margins. Photo courtesy of Amy Mead
Water-wise Landscaping Helps Combat Drought Conditions

Published - July 13, 2026

Flower Field Trip to Trask family Family Farms
Growing through Extension: A Summer of Learning at Wilmington’s Cooperative Extension & Arboretum

Published - July 9, 2026

Edward Savage Photo of Mount Vernon
How Wilmington Residents Can Garden Like George Washington

Published - July 7, 2026

A Spanish tortilla, side salad topped with strawberries, and a little jamon.
Create a Taste of Spain Using Ingredients Found in the Wilmington Area

Published - July 7, 2026

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Update Your Profile in ISA's New Find an Arborist Directory

Published - June 30, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Rooted in Nature Camp: 4-H Summer Fun Monday | Aug 10 | 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Rooted in Nature Camp: 4-H Summer Fun Tuesday | Aug 11 | 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Rooted in Nature Camp: 4-H Summer Fun Wednesday | Aug 12 | 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
End of Summer Fun Celebration Saturday | Aug 15 | 5:00 PM — 7:00 PM 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Pollinator Count Party at the NHC Arboretum Register with Eventbrite Friday | Aug 21 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
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News From NC State Extension

Graph showing percent visual injury compared to the rate (kg ai ha)
Center Update: Elucidating Herbicide Resistance in Turfgrass Systems

Published - August 5, 2026

From: TurfFiles
A group of graduating North Carolina 4-H seniors pose together with their decorated graduation caps during the inaugural 4-H Signing Season celebration at the 2026 North Carolina 4-H Congress.
North Carolina 4-H Hosts Inaugural Senior Signing Event at State Congress

Published - August 3, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Small brown flies crawl over the surface of a ripe raspberry.
From Backyard Fruit to Breakthrough Findings: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Advance Invasive Pest Research

Published - August 3, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
Mini market during the event and some marketing for FCS programs
Bringing the Farm Home: NC Cooperative Extension Hosts Vibrant Mini Farmer’s Market Event in Mecklenburg County

Published - August 3, 2026

From: Local Food
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Connecting Agriculture, Office, and Community: A Conversation with Taylor Crumpler

Published - August 3, 2026

From: Local Food
An array of adaptive tools
Tending to Safety in the Therapeutic Garden

Published - August 3, 2026

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
grassy area filled with people enjoying a concert outside
Pickin in the Pines Benefit Concert

Published - July 31, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Downy mildew on cucumber
Cucumber downy mildew confirmed in Haywood County, NC

Published - July 31, 2026

From: Vegetable Production
Three 4-H members wearing medals pose for a photo after being recognized during the 2026 North Carolina 4-H State Presentation Finals.
Youth Excel at 2026 State 4-H Presentation Finals

Published - July 30, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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The Grounded Table Webinar Series

Published - July 30, 2026

From: Local Food
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