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Will you help New Hanover County 4-H with their…“hands to larger SERVICE,“ with the relief efforts of Bertie County? New Hanover …
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Reflections: Internship With NC State Extension Local Food Program & NC 10% Campaign
Hi! I’m Grace, a class of ‘22 NC State University Park Scholar studying Extension Education and Agroecology & Sustainable …
Introducing the Chatham Food Hub!
The Chatham Food Hub is a collaborative project between Chatham County, UNC, and NC State University partners. The Chatham …
New Hanover 4-H VIRTUAL Summer Activities 2020
With the guidance from NC State University, our New Hanover County 4-H Summer FUN Activities (face-to-face) were canceled with …
It's in the (Produce) Bag
COVID-19 may bruise North Carolina’s tourism economy this summer, but it’s not stopping the Vacationer Supported Agriculture program from …
“Farmers’ Markets Have Been at the Cutting Edge”: A Conversation With Agent & Local Food Coordinator Paul McKenzie
Paul McKenzie is the Horticulture Extension Agent for Vance and Warren Counties and Local Food Coordinator for Warren County. …
Best Nature Photo Challenge WINNERS
Congratulations to Jerod Smith and Caitlyn Houghtaling WINNERS of week #7s Best NATURE Photo Challenge! They submitted amazing photos for week 7 – …
Best Sunrise or Sunset Photo Challenge Winners
Congratulations to Payton Pruett and Lydia Wilson WINNERS of week #6’s Best Sunrise or Sunset Photo Challenge! They submitted amazing photos for week 6 …
Sustainable Landscapes
Millions of dollars are spent each year designing, implementing, and maintaining our landscapes. Unfortunately, long-term problems are caused when …
Pets in Motion Photo Challenge Winners
Congratulations to Ilkanah Kirk and Caitlyn Houghtaling WINNERS of week #5’s Pets in Motion Photo Challenge! They submitted amazing photos for week 5 – …
NOW OPEN: NC 4-H Virtual Summer Programs
Register TODAY for NC 4-H Virtual Summer Programs A fun virtual learning program for youth ages 5-18 to keep your youth …
Best Flower Bloom Photo Challenge Winners
Congratulations to Iyanna and Jenilee WINNERS of week #4’s Best Flower Bloom Photo Challenge! They submitted amazing photos for week 4 …
“Relationship Building Is Key”: Lisa Gonzalez and the EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems Project
Lisa Gonzalez, Regional Area Specialized Agent in Local Foods, serves seven Western NC counties – Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, …
New Online Poultry Resources Available for 2020
With everything going on in the world right now, we know there is a lot of uncertainty about many …
FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
Registration for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020 On June 22, 2020, NC 4-H Camps will kick off a …
VIRTUAL NC 4-H Volunteer Workshop May 30
Hey NHC 4-H Volunteers! Here’s your chance to explore a few exciting new activities without leaving the comfort of your …
Coastal NC Landscape Plant Dos and Don'ts
As with any area, proper plant selection along our beaches and barrier islands is very important. The publication, Native …
New Hanover County 4-H Photo Challenge!
sponsored by New Hanover County 4-H Teen Leaders THANK YOU to everyone who participated in the 4-H Photo Challenge Contest! …
Landscape for Life Virtual Class
Class is full! Names and email addresses are currently being taken for the waitlist. When: The class will be held …
NC 4-H Photography Contest 2020
North Carolina 4-H Photography State Contest is now OPEN to receive entries for 2020! Show your photography skills by …
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