Asparagus - Grow It, Eat It!
Versatile asparagus is a nutritional powerhouse that pairs well with fish, beef, shrimp, veal, chicken, and pasta, but is …
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.
Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) Program
North Carolina has been approved for the new Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program. This program will provide extra …
Pickled Onions
Have you tried pickled onions before? Perhaps when you’ve gone out to eat? Learn how to make them at …
COVID-19 and Local Foods: Seminar to Review Collaborative Farm Product Distribution Models
The COVID-19 pandemic has focused public attention on our food supply chain. While some bottlenecks have developed, experts are …
Is Coronavirus a Concern With Takeout?
YouTube takeout videos in English and Español. English version Español version COVID-19 Food Safety …
Safe Plates Food Safety Information Center
Ben Chapman will be doing a public Facebook Live today (4/6/2020) at noon to talk produce food safety and …
COVID-19 Resources
NC State University has worked to develop resources pertaining to consumer questions surrounding COVID-19, specifically in regards to Food …
Choosing and Using Edible Flowers
Enjoy the Flavor, Color, and Texture That Flowers Can Bring to Food. “Choosing and Using Edible Flowers” by Cyndi …
Is Coronavirus a Concern With Takeout?
The Covid-19 pandemic has caught nearly everyone off guard, please consider the following when ordering takeout: Find more COVID-19 information: CDC …
Cleaning and Disinfection
Check this link daily for different compounds specifically for Coronavirus: Disinfectants for Use Against …
Pitt County Programming Changes During COVID-19 Pandemic
We continue to work with local and state health officials, as well as NC State and N.C. A&T State …
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, …
How to Cut Onions Without Crying!
The only crying you should be doing are tears of joy, as we’ll share the secret to cutting onions …
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 …
December 3 Is "Dining In" Day!
We’re dining in today, are you? Commit to dining in one night this week to celebrate the importance of …
One Week Until Thanksgiving!
Ever wonder if you need to refrigerate your pumpkin pie after the Thanksgiving meal? Well, with many food safety …
Med Instead of Meds Class
What is Med Instead of Meds? Med Instead of Meds was created by a group of nutrition and health professionals …
Baked Potato Safety
There is so much you can do with the potato; fry it, bake it, oven roast, boil it or …
Canning Workshop for Beginners
Greenville, NC – Want to learn how to preserve those delicious summer fruits and veggies? Join us for the …
Pickled Eggs
Back in 1997 in Illinois, an older adult had botulism from a pickled egg recipe containing hard-boiled eggs, beets, …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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