Growing Self-Sufficiency: Extension Volunteers Support Seed Libraries in North Carolina
Did you know that 13.5 million American households were food insecure in 2021? This means that at some time …
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.
NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Assist Pollinator Research
As the perils facing pollinators continue to rise, many people want to know what they can do in their …
The Plant Toolbox Has More Links You Can Use
The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox, in partnership with the Clemson Cooperative Extension Home & Garden Information Center, recently updated …
Early Fall 2023 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to …
75th Annual Protection School - November 30, 2023
The 75th Annual Crop Protection School will be held virtually (via Zoom) Thursday, November 30, 2023. Registration is free …
Summer Canning Series
Summer Canning classes are coming up if you are interested in learning more you can register online. N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan …
Albemarle Master Gardeners Ready for Spring Garden Show
Did you save the date for the Master Gardeners Spring Garden Show at the Perquimans Recreation Center on Saturday, …
Chowan Champion Peanut Producer Contest Winner Announced
Adapted from original written by: David L. Jordan Extension Specialist—Department of Crop and Soil Sciences and Ashley Collins Chief …
Friendship Bread Making Class
Come join this hands-on Friendship Bread Making Class. The class will be on April 12, 2023, from 6-8 p.m. …
2023 R.M. "Pete" Thompson Agriculture Scholarship
The R.M. “Pete” Thompson Scholarship is a scholarship awarded every year to a youth from Chowan County who is …
Volunteers Recognized for Outstanding Service
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Programs of Chowan, Gates and Perquimans Counties recently recognized several volunteers for their outstanding service to …
Extension Master Gardeners Announce Scholarship
Each year, the Extension Master Gardeners℠ of Chowan, Gates and Perquimans Counties award a $1,000 scholarship to an area …
Introduction to Beekeeping Class Coming Up
College of the Albemarle (Chowan Campus) is partnering with Beekeepers of Chowan County to offer Introduction to Beekeeping starting January …
2023 Extension Master Food Volunteer Training Is Accepting Applications
Do you enjoy cooking, eating, local food work, or just simply – food? If you answered yes to any …
Local Extension Master Gardeners Participate in Research Trial
Most home gardeners prefer not to unnecessarily apply products like fungicide to their home gardens, especially their vegetable gardens. …
Donation Stations @The Edenton Farmers Market
The N.C. Cooperative Extension of Chowan County Master Food Volunteers (EMFV) is hosting a Donation Station at the Edenton Farmers …
Canning Pickles Class
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center is hosting several canning workshops this summer. The next workshop being offered is the …