Come Experience the Art of Making Apple Jelly
The art of preserving fruit for spreads dates back to 11th century Middle East, according to historians. Today, many …
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.
Lactation Coach Training to Be Offered
Many mothers may have questions or concerns about breastfeeding their babies but do not have access to someone that …
Barriers to Healthy Eating by SNAP Participants
Recently, the USDA released a study highlighting barriers that SNAP participants face when trying to eat a healthy diet. …
Lindsey Haynes-Maslow Tapped for Vaccine Education Program
As NC State Extension continues its effort to deliver vaccine education to North Carolina farmworkers, a College of Agriculture …
2nd Annual Virtual Faithful Families Walking Challenge
Grab your walking shoes and some friends or family and let’s get moving. We are happy to announce the …
Come "Jam" With Us and "Spread" the FUN!!! Virtual Workshop
Freezer Jam is an amazing burst of fruit taste that can be made in your home. In our hands-on …
National Pecan Month: Celebrating the History and Health Benefits
April is National Pecan Month!! Many of us remember picking pecans and shelling them. These nuts are delicious plain …
Cooking Up New Programs With Sarah Ware
Sarah Ware is the Family and Consumer Sciences Agent with N.C. Cooperative Extension in Jones and Onslow Counties. In …
Share Your Extension Broadband Story
I want to hear your story!! One of my jobs as my dad’s helper on the family farm was …
Telehealth and Broadband Study in Western NC
NC Department of Health and Human Services Office of Rural Health recently conducted a study. “This feasibility study investigated …
March Is Living Well Month
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …
Steps to Health Reaches Out Virtually in 2020
Steps to Health is NC State University’s SNAP-Ed program. We empower youth, adults, and communities through evidence-based nutrition programs …
Seed Swap on Feb. 27, 2021
Come swap seeds with fellow gardeners and learn about gardening at Hitchcock Creek Park, 615 Steele St, Rockingham at 2 p.m. …
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 …
Information on Terrestrial Flatworms and Hammerhead Worms
As if Asian giant hornets weren’t enough, this year also saw media attention on a lesser-known, but bizarre, group …
Enjoying Apples From the Farm to the Table
Help us celebrate NC Crunch Day by biting into an apple with us tomorrow. Every year the Farm to …
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 …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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Recent Publications related to Health & Nutrition
Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens
This publication focuses on developing fruit and vegetable production gardens in the Outdoor Learning Environment …
Home Composting with Earthworms
Earthworms can turn food scraps into a soil amendment called vermicompost — worm castings — …
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Clothes Moths and Carpet Beetles: Identifying and Controlling Fabric Pests
This publication describes common fabric pests, their habits, and what to do if you find …
6/15/21 — Household Pests
Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …
Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers
This factsheet summarizes the benefits of fruit and vegetable gardening with children. It includes age-appropriate …