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pictures of fruits and vegetables

It's January, What's in Season?

It’s January and temperatures have dropped outside. Gardens and fruit and vegetable farms in Western North Carolina have been put to bed, waiting for spring. However, there are still plenty of…

1/2 pint canning jars filled with pepper jelly.

Making Jams, Jellies and Preserves Thursday, June 16th

If you get as excited as I do about the gallon containers of local fresh strawberries popping up at road side stands and farmer's markets this time of year then this class may be just for you.…

apple with a heart shaped piece cut out

February Is American Heart Month!

Yes Haywood County, February is American Heart Month and the goal of this effort is to encourage you to make heart healthy lifestyle choices that will benefit you heart health.The American Heart…

Market scale calibration day poster: hanging scales and produce; Feb 23, 2022; NC Cooperative Extension contact

Market Scale Calibration Day - February 23, 2022 in Haywood County

N.C. Cooperative Extension in Haywood County is collaborating with the NC Department of Agriculture to offer Market Scale Calibration on Wednesday, February 23, 2022.Representatives from NCDA will be…

fermented pickles, cucumbers, "Learn to Ferment" Sauerkraut, Kimchi, Kombucha, yogurt, pickles

Learn to Ferment in Online Class

Have you ever wanted to learn to ferment foods? In this five-week series, we will demonstrate and share resources on how to safely make fermented foods. West District Family & Consumer Science…

Sweet Potato Fries on a plate

March Is National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month and while it is still cold outside there are plenty of vegetables “in season” to take advantage of. On of my favorites is the sweet potato. Sweet potatoes,…

apple with a heart shaped piece cut out

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 the United States. Most middle-aged and young adults have one or more…

Milk being poured from a bottle

Welcome to June - National Dairy Month!

June is National Dairy Month and the perfect time to add some cool, delicious dairy food to a well-balanced diet. Few other foods contain calcium naturally in amounts similar to milk which has a…