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The Chowan County Center Local Foods contact is Mary Morris.

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Pickled Beets Class

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center will be hosting a Pickled Beets Canning Class on July 23, 2025 on …

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Fig Jam Class

N.C. The Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center, will host a Canning Class on August 20, 2025, covering basic Hot …

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Intro to Canning

Canning is a method of preserving food by sealing it in airtight containers to prevent spoilage. It allows people …

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Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit Class

Come join us for a Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit Class at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center. This class …

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Going Green for Your Health

Join us to learn about Food Prepping ideas, make 5 days of salad in a jar, and Lucky Succulents Food …

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Chapter 1. Introduction

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The North Carolina Winegrape Grower’s Guide

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Chapter 6. Pruning and Training

This chapter discusses the principles of grapevine dormant pruning, reviews reasons for vine training, and …

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Chapter 7. Canopy Management

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Chapter 4. Vineyard Site Selection

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