2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
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.
Don't Set Resolutions
Happy New Year! We have finally made it to 2021! I think it’s safe to say many of us …
Mindfulness Tips to Survive the Holidays
It’s December which means holiday treats are right around the corner. I feel like no matter what life brings, …
Environmental Education - Southeastern NC Activities and Information
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
Holiday Celebrations and COVID-19
Many families look forward to gathering for traditional holiday celebrations every year. This year, however, requires extra caution. COVID-19 …
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
The Facts About Plant Oils
Written by & featured in Tufts Health & Nutrition Newsletter, September 10, 2020 There is a lot of confusing, and often …
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
Written by Debbie Stroud Area Specialized Agent, Consumer & Retails Food Safety I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. …
The Grow Box
A program of Garden fun for your family delivered to your door from North Carolina 4-H and the JC …
All or Nothing Mentality
Do you find yourself taking on tasks with the “all or nothing” approach? This mentality is a common one …
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
Cooking as a Family
Cooking can seem like a daunting task. It is the end of the day and work has been busy …
Cooking With Herbs
Are you trying to cut back on sodium without cutting back on flavor? Do you have herbs growing with …
Leftover Hurricane Food? Read This!
The end of summer in Southeastern North Carolina usually means preparing for hurricane season. We usually gather the essentials …
Time to Crank Up the Grill
Summertime is a great time of year to cook out on the grill, enjoying the sunshine with your friends …
Staying Active During the Summer
It is hard to find the motivation to do anything outdoors once it reaches July in North Carolina. Here …
What's for Dinner?
Has anyone ever asked you “well what do you eat” or “what does your fridge look like”? I get …
Mindfulness
The word mindfulness gets tossed around a lot, especially when it comes to eating healthy and moving more. So, …
Do's and Don'ts of Canning
Our Virtual Food Preservation Series is officially underway. Our three classes offer different canning techniques such as water-bath canning, …
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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This publication summarizes the findings of a research project aimed at understanding urban audiences, identifying …
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Cost Analysis for Improving Park Facilities to Promote Park-based Physical Activity
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At Your Door Step: A Family Factsheet on Outdoor Play and Learning
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