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An individual teaching about high tunnel production

NC Tunnel Talk Webinar Series

Beginning January 13, we invite you to participate in a series of live, interactive sessions held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time. This program is designed…

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Agricultural Advisory Board Member Needed

The Agricultural Advisory Board is seeking volunteers to serve on the Board. The next meeting will be held on Thursday November 13, 2025 5:30pm 60 E. Court St. N.C. Cooperative Extension Conference…

Extension Master Gardener volunteers at the Joseph McDowell Greenway

Love Gardening? Share It With McDowell

Do you find yourself talking to your tomato plants? Do friends come to you for advice on their gardens? If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I could spend more time in the garden AND give back to my…

WNC AgOptions

2026 WNC AgOptions Grant Opportunity

Intent to apply deadline is September 26. Attending an Informational Session is highly recommended.The Western North Carolina (WNC) AgOptions Grant is an invaluable resource for farmers looking to…

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Annual Spring Fling Plant Sale

The Master Gardeners of McDowell County will hold their 5th Annual Spring Fling Plant Sale on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Historic Marion Tailgate Market, 67 West Henderson…

Chives in a container

Unleashing Your Green Thumb in Small Spaces

Ever dreamed of cultivating your own thriving garden but limited by space? Fear not! We invite you to embark on a gardening adventure with our Container Gardening Workshop, taking place on Saturday,…

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Don't Miss Gardening Outside the Lines: Join Us in April

On Saturday, April 5, 2025, the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of McDowell County is hosting a garden symposium, Gardening Outside the Lines, for county residents and other regional…

Asian pears

Postharvest Handling With Pack & Cool Demo

The activities you take during harvest and postharvest can have a big impact on the quality, shelf-life, and safety of your produce. Craig Mauney, Area Specialized Agent, Commercial Fruit & Vegetable…

Red-bellied Woodpecker at a feeder

Washing Bird Feeders

As I age, I find time to smell the roses. But not only do I stop to smell the roses, I relax in my recliner to watch the birds. It's nice knowing that I share this new found joy with my 90+ years…

WNC AgOptions

2025 WNC AgOptions Grant

Intent to apply deadline is October 11. Attending an Informational Session is highly recommended.The Western North Carolina (WNC) AgOptions Grant is an invaluable resource for farmers looking to…