Growers: Start Scouting in February for the Allium Leafminer
Last spring some growers in the North Carolina piedmont noticed unusual problems with their allium crops, primarily bulb onions, …
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.
February Is a Great Time to Prune Blueberries!
Blueberries are a popular crop for commercial farmers as well as home gardeners in North Carolina. They are fairly …
Monarch Butterfly Proposed for Listing Under the US Endangered Species Act
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service announced on December 10 that they are proposing to list the monarch butterfly …
Botanical Illustrations of Southeastern Trees and Shrubs
The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox has always been the go-to site for photos of cultivated plants, both native and …
Photos From Extension's Pollinator Workshop & Native Plant Sale
On September 13, 2024 the Chatham County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension conducted a workshop on Landscaping for Pollinators …
2025 Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course Course
Do you love gardening? Do you want to learn more about horticulture? Do you desire to help others? Come …
Chowan V Training, Fumigation & Paraquat
Attention Farmers! Does your Pesticide license need to be renewed this year? N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center will be offering three …
Save the Date- Albemarle Master Garden Spring Garden Show
The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Chowan, Gates and Perquimans counties are excited to host their annual Spring Garden …
Cookies and Crafts With Chowan County Cooperative Extension
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center is hosting Cookies and Crafts on Wednesday, February 14th! Join us at the Chowan …
Beekeeping 101
The Beekeepers of Chowan County will have the Beekeeping 101 class on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the Chowan …
Extension Master Gardener Volunteers to Offer 2024 Scholarship
The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Chowan, Gates and Perquimans counties are pleased to offer the Katherine G. Shook …
Wreath Decorating Class
Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 1-3 p.m. N.C. Cooperative Extension–Chowan County Center’s Extension Community Association and Master Gardeners offer their …
2023 Report to the People
The Chowan County Cooperative Extension has been busy this past year educating the public on Family, Farms and 4-H. …
Canning Soup W/ Meat
Did you know that people still do a lot of canning in this area of the state? There is …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers to Host Fall Plant Sale
NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Chowan, Gates and Perquimans counties will host their Fall Plant Sale on …
Meat Canning Class Offered This Fall
The N.C. Extension Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center will be offering Meat Canning Classes on October 11, 2023. There will …
4-H Agent Recognized for Accomplishments
Camaryn Byrum, 4-H Youth Development Agent in Chowan County, was awarded the TC Blalock Young Agent Award during the …