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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.

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Sweet Potato casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

Did you know sweet potatoes are the state vegetable of NC? Sweet potatoes are a wonderful vegetable that is …

Canning Foods

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 …

Mediterranean Diet

Med Instead of Meds

Happy National Mediterranean Diet Month! Did you know that two-thirds of chronic diseases can be prevented by lifestyle changes, …

Greek Chicken Pitas

This was the second dish we made during our Cook Smart, Eat Smart cooking series. For this easy meal …

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 …

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 …

Oven Roasted Salmon

This article was prepared by Alaina Walsh, Sampson County Extension Master Food Volunteer. Salmon is an excellent source of …

Recent Publications related to Health & Nutrition

A Housing Safety Checklist for Older People

This checklist describes household conditions that can be hazardous to the elderly and recommends ways …

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A food bank warehouse with boxes of produce.

Direct to Food Bank and Food Pantry Donations

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses food donations given …

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Hunters donate venison.

Venison Donation Programs

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses venison donation programs …

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Master Gardener Volunteers and Community / Home Gardens

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses using community and …

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4-H volunteers gleaning sweet potatoes.

Gleaning

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses the process of …

6/5/25Local Foods

Food Pantry Produce Markets

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses setting up a …

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Volunteers sort food at a food bank.

Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide for North Carolina Cooperative Extension

This publication provides information and success stories related to food banks, food pantries, food donation …

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trimming local green beans

Best Practices for Utilizing Local Food in Nutrition Education and Cooking Classes

This publication provides practical tips on how to promote health eating by incorporating fresh, local …

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