March Is National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month and while it is still cold outside there are plenty of vegetables “in season” …
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Extension Food Drive Benefits Haywood Students
Haywood County school social workers received a boost last week to the non- perishable food inventory at a pantry …
March Is Living Well Month
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …
4-H PEAK Registration Is Open!
The NC 4-H State Council proudly presents a series of FREE, fun, and interactive virtual programs for youth. To register …
February is American Heart Month!
Celebrate American Heart Month: Join the #OurHearts Movement Heart disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women in …
Gardening in the Mountains Series
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Haywood County is pleased to announce new horticulture classes for home gardeners this spring! Instructors will be …
Cook Smart Eat Smart Program Offered Virtually
The past year has provided us with many more opportunities to prepare and eat more meals at home. Some …
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 …
Western North Carolina Agritourism Workshop Series
Is Agritourism right for your farming operation? NC State Extension-Tourism’s work with small farms across the state reveals that …
Let's Talk Turkey
Let the countdown begin. It’s the Friday before Thanksgiving and time to get those final plans in place before …
Farms, Food, and You: Vermicomposting
NC State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences has a new podcast series called Farms, Food, and You. …
What's in Season? Acorn Squash
Make it a point this Fall to visit Haywood County’s tailgate markets and roadside stands. A visit will give …
Home Food Preservation Series Goes Virtual
Back in March, as the Covid-19 Pandemic was starting to affect our daily routines and lives, North Carolinians were …
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 …
Med Instead of Meds Free Online Class Starts in October!
More Instructors. More Social Interaction. More tools. Med Instead of Meds is coming in October 2020! Some of the Family …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
September Is National Fruits & Veggies Month!
The Produce for Better Health Foundation has declared September as National Fruits & Veggies Month and I don’t know …
Short on Canning Supplies? Freezing Is a Quick, Easy Alternative
If you are the type of person who plans ahead, having your ducks in a row and ready for …
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 …
STEM Careers Start With a College Major in Soil
August 17, 2020 | Jennifer Howard We have one earth. It’s currently our single place in the universe on which to build …
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