Small Farms Week 4-H Events and Activities!
N.C. A&T State University is celebrating Small Farms Week, March 21-27, 2021, with a variety of virtual workshops and events. Granville county 4-H …
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2021 Four County Poultry Show and Sale
Each year Granville, Franklin, Vance, and Warren Counties band together to host a poultry project that entails youth raising …
2021 Four County 4-H Poultry Show and Sale
The Four County 4-H Poultry Show and Sale is on for 2021!! This show includes Granville, Vance, Franklin, and Warren. Please …
Extension Job Opportunities in Granville
Granville has two part-time Extension Staff Assistant positions available and one full-time Youth Programs Coordinator position. For more information or …
Resource Page for Red Imported 'Fire Ants'
With the presence of Red Imported Fire Ants (RIFAs) becoming more and more prevalent, North Carolina Cooperative Extension from …
Introduction to Plant Identification
The Path to Successful Gardening Six Week Course taught by Bryce Lane NCSU Professor & Lecturer Emeritus, Dept. of Horticultural Science Location JC Raulston …
Almanac Gardener - 32 Years of Excellence
Great Article by Dee Shore about the 30-minute television show and its host Mike Gray. Recordings of Shows available …
North Carolina Master Gardeners Blaze a Virtual Trail
One year ago this month, NC State Extension Master Gardeners in Durham county created a radio show. In developing …
Extension Master Gardeners in Durham County Launch a Radio Show
The Extension Master Gardeners in Durham County have launched a radio show on WCOM 103.5 FM. The show, can …
Hurricane Season 2020 - Know Your Zone!
Today is the first day of the hurricane season for 2020, and it will run through November 30. Impacts …
2014 Southern Region Extension Master Gardener Conference, Oct 21-24
Outstanding line-up of National Speakers; gorgeous tours; great food; and lots of fun. Open to the public! Register now, …
Granville/Person County Master Gardener Training
Master Gardener℠ volunteer training in Granville and Person Counties will begin August 13, 2020. For more information please click …
NC Restaurants Feeding Kids Initiative
Are you a restaurant, catering company or foodservice operation interested in helping feed kids in need during COVID-19 school …
Choosing and Using Edible Flowers
Enjoy the Flavor, Color, and Texture That Flowers Can Bring to Food. “Choosing and Using Edible Flowers” by Cyndi …
New Kale Publication: Grow It, Eat It!
Often called the queen of greens, kale is rapidly gaining popularity because of its exceptional nutrient richness, health benefits, …
Troubleshooting Strawberry Problems
Check out this wonderful tool for diagnosing problems with strawberry plants. Check off symptoms that you have seen and …
2020 Census
Established by the US Constitution, the US Census Bureau is required to conduct a count of every person in …
Find a Job in Horticulture
Check out this Twitter Feed of jobs open right now in the field of …
Storm Damage to Trees
Recent snow and ice storms have caused extensive damage to trees. Consider hiring a certified arborist to help assess …
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