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The Benefits of Incorporating Calcium Rich Foods Into Your Diet in 2024

We learn from a very young age that calcium is very important for strong teeth and bones but we never hear about the role calcium plays in helping our bodies to function in other vital areas.Calcium…

Hispanic Heritage Month: Kitchen Tools That Bring Flavors and Traditions Together!

When we think of cuisine, it’s important to remember that within the Hispanic community there are different cultural traditions and cooking methods. There are some Hispanic cooking traditions that…

New Garden Club in Richmond County

Take Control of Caring for Your Heart

Seniors at East Rockingham Senior Center participate in “Taking Control” of their heart health with chair exercise. Photo credit Cheri Bennett.To improve awareness about cardiovascular disease, in…

Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing Is Available

Canning season is upon us! For the sake of food safety please schedule an appointment to bring your pressure canner to the N.C. Cooperative Extension-Richmond County Center office to have the dial…

More in My Basket: Getting Ahead of the Holiday Meal Cost Part 2- Canned Goods

Getting Ahead of the Holiday Meal Cost Part 2- Canned GoodsAs the holiday season approaches, canned foods are likely to be found in the menu. Canned items offer convenience over fresh or frozen since…

Latinx Heritage Month: Kitchen Tools That Bring Flavors and Traditions Together!

When we think of cuisine, it’s important to remember that within the Latinx community there are different cultural traditions and cooking methods. There are some Latinx cooking traditions that…

More in My Basket: Getting Ahead of the Holiday Meal Costs

Part 1 – Finding Your Recipes and Preparing Your KitchenThe holiday season is approaching! You may be planning an in-person or virtual celebration for friends and family in one big group or in…

Sauerkraut! Auf Die Gesundheit! Sauerkraut! Here's to Health!

The Chinese first fermented cabbage in rice wine over 2,000 years ago. Later in the 16th century Europeans began to ferment cabbage in its own juices, creating what we know today as sauerkraut. Due…

Help Yourself & Your Community - Eat Local

With spring around the corner, sunshine and shorts aren't the only thing that Richmond County has to look forward to. Spring brings fresh local produce for Richmond County residents to purchase.As…