Do’s and Don’ts of Canning
Spring is here and summer is around the corner which means the garden’s bounty is soon to follow. With …
Health & Nutrition
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Med Instead of Meds
Happy National Mediterranean Diet Month! Did you know that two-thirds of chronic diseases can be prevented by lifestyle changes, …
From the Vine – Vegetable Gardening
Growing up in rural Sampson County meant that most summertime meals came from your own vegetable garden. Fresh tomato …
May Is National Mediterranean Diet Month
Did you know that two-thirds of chronic diseases can be prevented by lifestyle changes, specifically diet and exercise? This …
Greek Chicken Pitas
This was the second dish we made during our Cook Smart, Eat Smart cooking series. For this easy meal …
Improving Health Outcomes
Karen Wilson was desperate. She is a four-time cancer survivor, but her many and myriad treatments caused her body …
Event Cancelled - Due to HPAI - Franklin County 4-H Embryology Marek's Vaccine Training and Clinic
If you are a 4-H agent or Program Assistant who will hatch out chicks with 4-H Embryology, please join …
Cabbage Roll Casserole
If you’re looking for a quick and easy meal with seasonal flavor, look no further. This one pan meal …
Easy Homemade Meatballs
If you need a good basic meatball recipe that is easy and versatile, this is it! You can keep …
Update on HPAI From NCDA State Veterinarians
Youth Flock Owners: Please read the latest update from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services released on …
Know How to Keep Your Birds Safe With Basic Biosecurity
Following proper biosecurity procedures will help reduce risk of infection and disease. Click our BasicBiosecurityLink to learn about basic biosecurity and …
Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole
This recipe is loaded with vegetables and makes plenty of food for a large family or to enjoy throughout …
Small Farms Week Is March 21-26 at NC A&T State University
North Carolina A&T Small Farms Week is coming up in a couple of weeks! This is a great opportunity …
Mediterranean Bowl
This bowl comes together super easily, is great to prepare ahead of time for busy days, and is completely …
Banana Nut Med Muffins
These healthy muffins are great for either breakfast or a snack. There is no added sugar, but the healthy …
Connecting About Connection (Broadband)
Kenny Sherin will be “chewing the fat” about broadband during some informal Zoom sessions in the coming weeks. This …
Oven Roasted Salmon
This article was prepared by Alaina Walsh, Sampson County Extension Master Food Volunteer. Salmon is an excellent source of …
Show Your Heart Some Love This February
February is American Heart Month making it the perfect time to focus on healthy lifestyle changes for your cardiovascular …
Barbacoa Beef
Tired of chicken for dinner every night? In the words of a friend of mine, “this is perfect if …
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Identifying and Responding to Factors That Can Affect Egg Quality and Appearance
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Appendix H. Community Gardening Resources
This appendix is part of the Extension Gardener Handbook and gives users to the tools …
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Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …
Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens
This publication focuses on developing fruit and vegetable production gardens in the Outdoor Learning Environment …