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Soybeans being poured into an outstretched hand above a pile of soybeans.

Crop Yield Contest Information for 2026

Every year for traditional grain producing crops, such as, corn, soybeans, and wheat, there are associated yield contests that farmers are encouraged to participate in here in North Carolina. The…

Apple hanging in a tree.

It's Crunch Time -- NC Crunch Day

It’s Crunch Time -NC Crunch DayWhen I think of fall, I think of apples. From the delicious aromas of fresh baked apple cakes, pies, apple butter, apple sauce, dried apples, and cooked apples, I love…

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We Are Hiring! Administrative Assistant

Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into…

2026 Plant Sale flyer: strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, grapes, fruit trees; QR code; pickup early February

EMGV 2026 Plant Sale Extended Deadline to February 13th

The 2026 Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers of Surry County's Plant sale is underway. Orders must be placed and payment made by January 8, 2026 (the order date has been extended to February 13,…

Flyer showing HHW Day information.

Household Hazardous Waste & Pesticide Event 2025

Surry County will be holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste & Pesticide Collection Event on October 25, 2025. This is for Surry County households only. NO COMMERCIAL BUSINESS WASTE will be…

Tractor tilling a field.

Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 Surry County Agricultural Hall of Fame Award

Nomination applications for the 2025 Surry County Agricultural Hall of Fame Award are now available. This award recognizes Surry County citizens for superior contributions and outstanding leadership…

Flyer with meeting information

Sheep & Goat Producer Meeting

Sheep and Goat Producer MeetingOur Sheep and Goat Producer Meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 26th, at 6:00 PM at the Extension Office (915 E Atkins St. Dobson). Dr. Andrew Weaver, our NC State…

An adult and juvenile cow standing in a green field together.

Livestock Producers Resources

If you are a livestock producer in Surry County, we would love to connect with you! Contact our office for questions related to production practices, and we can provide research-based solutions. We…

Fresh vegetables in a basket.

Donation Station at the Elkin Farmer's Market

COMING SOON!! N.C. Cooperative Extension, Surry County Center is launching a Donation Station program at a local farmer's market as a way for the community to engage in supporting local food and food…

Surry ECA district day participants.

2025 ECA Cultural Arts District Winners

It was a great day on April 29th, 2025 at the north-central ECA District Day for Surry County ECA participants. The day was filled with education, fellowship, competition, and loads of fun. Surry…