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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 …
Food & Nutrition Programs
Want to know what is going on with the Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) program over the next few …
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 …
Backyard Agriculture: Taking It to the Next Level
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Resource Page for Red Imported 'Fire Ants'
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Growing Vegetables in Early Child Care Centers
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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 …
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What information do you need from your local Family Consumer Science resource? Even though many of us are stuck …
Backyard Agriculture 101
As we all try to adjust to our new lifestyles caused by COVID-19, N.C. Cooperative Extension is providing new …
Produce Safety Training for Farmers: Friday, April 3
Are you getting questions about cleaning and sanitizing from your customers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic? NC State Extension’s …
Soil Testing - NCDA&CS Agronomic Lab Modifications
In response to COVID-19, beginning March 30, 2020, the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services labs will only …
Pop-Up Grocery Store Tour
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North Carolina Blueberry Council Website for Consumers
Take a look at the new North Carolina Blueberry Council Website for consumers. Great information on freezing, storing, and cooking with …
FREE! Horticulture Classes Offered
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Fire Ants Are Back With a Vengeance
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