
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 …
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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.
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
Lee County’s local food landscape is growing. Agents across program areas in the County Extension Office provide support and …
4-H National Youth Science Day (NYSD) is the world’s largest youth-led science experiment. Every year thousands of youth take …
Many families look forward to gathering for traditional holiday celebrations every year. This year, however, requires extra caution. COVID-19 …
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
Partnerships to Improve Community Health (PICH) serves sixteen counties in northeastern North Carolina. Their goal is to improve access …
The Local Food Preparation Workgroup of the Local Food Program Team has created a variety of local-food-focused recipe cards …
If you haven’t received your Economic Impact Payment (EIP) yet, perhaps you should be on the lookout for a …
REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Registration closes on June 12. Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Registration closes on June …
Storing food properly can help you maintain the safety, freshness, and quality for your food overtime. Proper food storage …
CDC, FDA, and USDA are not aware of any reports at this time that suggest COVID-19 can be transmitted …
Interested in fermentology? Join the experts for a series of short talks about the culture, history, and science behind …
Recent CDC guidance recommends wearing cloth face coverings when in public. These face coverings are NOT N-95 respirators or …
During this pandemic, many have found themselves spending a significant amount of time at home cooking. The CDC has specific …
Join Dr. Megan Doblin-MacNab for Balancing Life: Marital Relationships While Social-Distancing, Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at 10 a.m. Register online Staying …
Join Dr. Kim Allen, Extension Specialist with NC State Extension this Friday, April 10, 2020, at 10 a.m. for Balancing …
Wondering how to minimize risk while shopping? Check out these new videos in English and Spanish on how to …
With the concern about COVID-19, many are questioning how to wash produce. Washing produce is always a good idea. …
Do you use reusable grocery bags? Are they safe to use during this COVID-19 pandemic? As of this posting, …
A Farmers’ Market Tour is a great way to introduce your program participants to an …
This publication summarizes the findings of a research project aimed at understanding urban audiences, identifying …
This guide lists the problems that can arise in making sweet gherkin pickles and describes …
This factsheet describes how to safely thaw frozen foods.
Do you have sweetpotatoes that have been gleaned that you plan on using or donating? …
Gardens bring communities together. Not only are community gardens a good way to get more …
As public parks and recreation facilities are increasingly positioned as health resources, greater demands for …
Right at your doorstep may be many of the answers to the social, educational, and …