Fresh Flounder
Fresh Flounder – Catch and Cook Them While You Can The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries has adjusted the …
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.
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Celebrate the Honey Bee!!! Each year we celebrate National Honey Bee Day, on the third Saturday in August. The celebration …
Muscadines are Ripe and Ready!
Muscadine’s are Ripe and Ready! Muscadine grapes originated in the Southeastern region of the United States and as you know …
Relish the Flavors
Summer may be coming to an end but fall flavors are not! Join Relish the Flavors Series for a …
Eggplant!
The Healthy and Versatile Eggplant It’s that wonderful time in summer when eggplants, in their many shapes and colors have …
Banana Peppers
Abundance of Banana Peppers!! Do you have more banana peppers than you think you possibly could ever eat? I …
Fresh Figs
Summer Figs – Get Them Fast Sweet, juicy, and crunchy, it’s hard to think of a fruit that provides the …
Okra
Okra, Love it? Or Love to Hate it? Okra is either one of those vegetables that you love or you …
Medicare 101: Free Seminar October 13
SHIIP, the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program, will be providing a free Medicare 101 Seminar here at the Cooperative …
Celebrate National Farmers Market Week – Visit Your Local Farmers Market
National Farmers Market Week, established 22 years ago, will be celebrated August 1–7, 2021. This annual celebration was established …
Butter Beans
Are You Ready for a “Mess of Butter Beans!” Everyone is always waiting for the first “mess of butter beans” …
Summer Cooking With Your Air Fryer
Air frying is the cool new way to enjoy your favorite fried foods without using any of the unhealthy …
'Tis the Season for Fresh Tomatoes
While we all may not agree on the mayonnaise of choice for a tomato sandwich, most of us cannot …
Summer Squash
Summer Squash! Yellow squash and zucchini are one of the first signs of summer bounty, and in our area, you …
Micro-Greens
The Mystery of Micro-Greens According to food trends, listed by Insider Markets, the micro-green trend is increasing with time. Growing …
Get Your “Diet Friendly” Pointed Head Cabbage While You Can
Pointed Head or Sweetheart Cabbage is currently the star at local Farmers Markets, get it while it is still …
Medicare 101: Free Seminar July 14
SHIIP, the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program, will be providing a free Medicare 101 Seminar here at the Cooperative …
Stir It Up- Baking Series Camp!
Another exciting cooking camp coming in August! Join us via Zoom to stir up some yummy goodies! Each session will …
Let Me Cook - Cooking Camp!
Check out cooking summer camp for July – it’s right around the corner! Are you tired of the same old …
Spice It Up With Fresh Radishes!
Are you convinced that you don’t like radishes, or maybe you are afraid to try them?? If this is …
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Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
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Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers
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