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Soil Sampling and Analysis

Healthy soil is literally the foundation of successful gardening. The first step in cultivating a healthy soil is having your soil tested.Collecting soil samples takes only a few minutes, and is time…

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Mastering Mobile: The Basics of Using a Mobile Device

In an era where mobile devices have become an integral part of daily life, the digital landscape can sometimes seem daunting. Mastering Mobile: The Basics of Using a Mobile Device is designed to…

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Historical Uses of Popular Culinary and Medicinal Herbs

The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of McDowell County and the Historic Carson House are pleased to present a program on "Historical Uses of Popular Culinary and Medicinal Herbs" This program…

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Eat Local, McDowell!

With the COVID-19 Pandemic, the importance of a local food system was highlighted both for the food secure and the food insecure. As a consumer, I too realized just how important our local food…

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Why Are My Beautiful Veggies Rotting?

Picture this...you go outside to pick that beautiful fruit only to find that it is rotten on the bottom. Aaargh!! This is a common disorder known as blossom end rot. It looks like a disease but is a…

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Ready to Make an Impact?

VOLUNTEER! Volunteers are the heart of N.C. Cooperative Extension. Volunteers are the key to our success. You, an existing or potential volunteer, are a key component of bringing the University to…

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One Way to Support Local Food: Community Supported Agriculture

It is getting warmer, closer to summer. I've not planted any tomatoes yet, but I can almost taste them along with other summer veggies. My mouth is watering. How about you?Not everyone has the time,…

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Postharvest Handling & Grading Produce Workshop

Are you a farmer interested in expanding your markets? When marketing fresh fruits and vegetables, understanding the processes affecting product quality during storage is essential in obtaining a…

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Be Patient When Planting Warm Season Veggies

Who's excited to plant their tomatoes? I know I am, but I also know that it is too early for our warm season veggies. For Marion, NC, our average last spring freeze date is April 13. Data has been…

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Smalls Farm Week 2022

Small Farms Week 2022 honors the small-scale growers who put food on our tables.NC A&T; State University's 36th annual Small Farms week celebration runs from March 21 to 26. Events will be held…