Canning Workshop for Beginners
Greenville, NC – Want to learn how to preserve those delicious summer fruits and veggies? Join us for the …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.
Pickled Eggs
Back in 1997 in Illinois, an older adult had botulism from a pickled egg recipe containing hard-boiled eggs, beets, …
Canning 101
Getting Ready for Canning Season! Are you someone interested in learning how to preserve your own food through home canning? …
The Safest Way to Wash Produce
It’s always important to make sure you’re buying quality produce, but food safety doesn’t end at the store. Once …
Produce Safety: FDA Issues FSMA Agricultural Water Rule Extension
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued its final rule on phased implementation of water testing under Food Safety …
Raw Milk: Branan and Day Present on Cow Sharing Agreements
Andrew Branan, Extension Assistant Professor with the NC State University Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, along with Marti …
Free Grocery Store Tours
We are seeking families who would be interested in learning more about health and receiving some FREE groceries!! All you have to …
Winterize Your Car
If you use a car to get around and live in an area that experiences winter weather, it’s important …
Be Fire Safe This Holiday Season
Have you put up holiday decorations at home? It’s important to be safe when you decorate with candles, lighted …
Holiday Desserts
Sweet or savory, any pumpkin recipe is a delicious treat. Check out the wide array of wonderful pumpkin dishes …
Join the 2018 Holiday Challenge!
You are invited to join the 12th annual Eat Smart, Move More, Maintain, don’t gain! Holiday Challenge. Rather than focusing on …
Stay Safe This Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner! Whether you’re lighting a jack-o-lantern or making costumes, use these tips to make …
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