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Flood Damage to Forest Stands
The flooding that has resulted from Hurricane Florence in much of North Carolina may have significant impact on forested …
Hurricane Disaster Information
North Carolina Cooperative Extension provides the latest disaster information through the NC Disaster Information Center website. The information will be updated …
2018 Evening Extension Gardener Course
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Notice for the Rural Cooperative Development Grant Applications Released
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Agroecology on-Farm Dinner, 10/7/2017
Join us for delicious food prepared with produce from our farm, farm tours, a grand opening of our new …
Registration Opens: May 2017 Community Food Projects Grant Writing Workshops
Have you ever considered applying to the USDA Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program? USDA’s National Institute of Food and …
Hold the Date -- May 2017 Community Food Projects Grant Writing Workshops
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Join the N.C. Motorcoach Tour Farm Registry Today
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Local Foods Resource Mapping Project: 2016 North Carolina Interim Report
In the Fall of 2015, USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) piloted a research project to provide a comprehensive picture …
Pest Problems in the Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew
As the floodwaters recede following hurricane Matthew and people begin the difficult task of cleanup in and around their …
As Power Returns - Is Your Refrigerated Food Safe?
As power is being restored to many areas, it is important to know if your refrigerated food is still …
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