NCDA Offers FREE Soil Testing & Services for WNC Through June 2025
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA & CS) is offering free services for counties affected …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Growing Edible Plants Is Open for Enrollment
The next online class in the Gardens, Lawns and Landscapes series is Growing Edible Plants (GLL2). Whether you’re a …
Registration Is Open for Gardens, Lawns and Landscapes
The new online courses from Extension Gardener are a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in gardening! We are pleased …
Spring Chores in the Pollinator Garden
Around late February things start kicking into high gear in Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden. Usually I have taken …
Challenging the Conventional Wisdom About Praying Mantids
Folks of all ages delight in finding praying mantids in the garden. These charismatic predators are large and easy …
USDA Outreach Meeting for Underserved Farmers and Landowners Tuesday January 28th
Durham County Cooperative Extension is hosting a USDA Resource Outreach regional Meeting on January 28th led by the KKAC …
Dig Deeper With Us!: Series Continues in January 2025 at Two Locations.
Dig Deeper With Us! Join us for free monthly talks on gardening at two locations. Orange County Library in Hillsborough: Sunday, Jan. 19, …
Landscaping for Wildlife With Native Plants
Landscaping for Wildlife with Native Plants Climate change and significant weather events highlight the need for plants that are more …
Fire-Resistant Landscaping in NC
Fire-Resistant Landscaping in NC. The fires in Lahaina, on the island of Maui, Hawaii emphasis the importance of making homes …
Prescribed Fire (Rx) in the Environment Interest Meeting
Prescribed Fire in the Environment Interest Meeting When: October 5, 2023 Thursday 6 – 8 p.m. Where: Bonnie B. Davis Environment …
Did You Know the Master Gardener Handbook Is Available Online for Free?
Having trouble identifying problems in your yard with your woody ornamentals, turf, or vegetable plot? Try using the diagnostic tables …
Introduction to Vegetable Production
Are you new to farming? Are you ready to take it to the next level and begin a market …
2021 Orange County Agricultural Summit
Coronavirus won’t stop the Orange County Ag Summit. The 23rd annual event will be held virtually from February 8–10, 2021. …