Moles and Voles
Many of us are busy working on our lawns. You may have noticed that we are not the only …
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Don't Forget Breakfast
Have you ever been riding down the road and your car ran out of gas? How far can a …
Commercial Pesticide Recertification Deadline Extended
Attention Certified Pesticide Applicators: Due to COVID-19, the North Carolina Pesticide Board has approved a 90 day extension for Commercial Pesticide Applicators. The recertification …
Herbs & Spices Day
Herbs and spices add flavor to foods without adding calories, fat, or salt. Use these tips and add a …
Home Food Preservation Series
Interested in learning safe methods of food preservation at home? Join in on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 23–July …
Grilling Safety Tips
Many of us enjoy cooking outdoors on the grill when the weather gets a little warmer. Although grilling can …
Gypsy Moth
The gypsy moth caterpillars are serious pests of forest and shade trees, as well as a nuisance to people. …
Fiber Facts
What is fiber and how does it work in our body? Fiber is a carbohydrate in food that is …
Virtual Walking Challenge 2020
Need some motivation to get moving? We are excited to announce the first-ever Faithful Families Walking challenge event from …
Free Online Nutrition Classes
Learn about food and nutrition education from the comfort of your home. Online classes are now available in English …
Horticulture Hints: June-August 2020
The latest edition of our Horticulture Hints newsletter is now available! In this edition you will find the following …
Fire Blight on Apples
Fire blight is a devastating bacterial disease that can infect flowers, current year shoots, and the rootstock of apple …
Reducing Food Waste
Food money is wasted if food rules are not followed. If food spoils before it is eaten, you have …
Count on Me NC
NC restaurants have opened up and many of us are ready to enjoy a meal away from home. Although …
Balancing Screen Time and Physical Activity
For several years now, many families have seen a tremendous increase in the number of hours their children spend …
The Song of the Cicada
Cicadas are unique insects that are known for their song. Male cicadas sing out to find their mate. They …
A Summer of Growing in the Garden!
Surry County 4-H Virtual Summer Gardening. Kids are more likely to eat the things they grow. This is fun, …
Why Is It Important to Eat Vegetables?
Who wants to lower their risk of developing cancer? One way to do this is by eating a variety …
Family Finances During COVID-19
Virginia Cooperative Extension, in partnership with NC State University, invites you to join. Balancing Life: Family Finances During COVID-19 Zoom …
USDA Announces Coronavirus Food Assistance Program for Farmers
Farmers and Ranchers to Receive Direct Support for Losses Related to COVID-19 U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced …