FSMA Produce Safety Rule Update - Proposed Water Provisions Released in December, 2021
At the time of this update (January, 2022), the regulatory compliance dates for most provisions within the Food Safety …
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Western Community Garden Leadership Academy
The Community Garden Leadership Academy is a free 2.5-day intensive training for community garden leaders, covering community building skills …
Have Input in the New Land Use Plan for McDowell
What is your vision for McDowell County’s future? McDowell County is seeking community input in its process of creating a …
NC Farmers of the Foothills Networking Meeting
Looking to reach new markets? Would you like to see more of your fresh, local produce or meats being …
The Worst Thing You Could Do to Grapes in Unseasonable Warm Winter Weather . . .
According to former NC State Extension Specialist, Dr. Sara Spayd, Don’t be tempted to prune after a few beautiful, unseasonably-warm …
Financials and the Market for Specialty Vegetables Virtual Workshop (1/13 or 1/14)
Are you interested in learning more about specialty fruit and vegetable production and market opportunities? Join Dr. Kathleen Liang, Co-Director …
2021 High Tunnel Winter Vegetable Field Day at NC A&T
NC A&T has done extensive research on the use of High Tunnels. On December 9 from 2 to 5 …
Produce Safety Alliance Trainings
This is a one day training course for growers on the Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) standardized curriculum that meets …
Franklin County’s Local Food Legend, Martha Mobley
To say Martha Mobley is a well-connected queen of the Franklin County food system would be an understatement. She …
Avoid Fees, Submit Soil Samples Now
Peak season soil testing fees are set to begin December 1 through March 31, 2022. Submitting soils samples to …
ACA Health Coverage & Medicare Open Enrollment Event
Four out of 5 individuals qualify for a health care plan costing $10 or less. To learn more about …
Grants for WNC Family Farms in 2022
WNC AgOptions Grant Cycle now Open. WNC AgOptions intent to apply deadline is November 12. Application deadline is December 17. WNC …
Tractor Supply 4-H Clover Campaign
Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through …
Fall Food Preservation Tips
With the fall months starting, it is a time to finish up some canning for those colder winter months. …
WNC AgOptions Grant: Applications Set to Be Released Early October
Since 2004 supported by the N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission, WNC AgOptions has provided grant funding for farmers wanting …
Getting Dirty in Your Garden Extension Master Gardener Radio Show and Podcast-Interview of Diane Currier, Honeygirl Meadery
Diane Currier, owner of Honeygirl Meadery, shares how a visit to Alaska motivated her to start her meadery and …
Hands-on Learning With Paige Burns
Paige Burns is the County Director and Horticulture Agent in Richmond County. She primarily covers consumer horticulture. The primary …
Winter Squash: What Do I Do???
Don’t be intimidated by winter squash! Winter squash, unlike their counterparts summer squash, have a hard rind. This allows …
Extension Master Gardener Program of McDowell County Information Session
The Extension Master Gardener program can be a fun, rewarding experience. The first step in becoming an Extension Master …
Advanced Honeybee Course
Join us for an advanced honeybee course! When: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Saturdays, September 11, 18, & 25, …
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Information Portals
- Local Food -- a Flagship Program for North Carolina Cooperative Extension
- NC Community Gardens
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
Key Local Food Topics
- Local Food System Supply Chain
- NC Organizations and State Partners
- Nutrition and Health
- Strong Communities
- Youth, Families and Communities
Publications, Information, and News
- Backyard Flocks and Eggs (from poultry.ces.ncsu.edu)
- From Farm to Fork: A Guide to Building North Carolina's Sustainable Local Food Economy
- Growing Small Farms - NCCE Chatham County Center
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