International Master Gardener Search for Excellence Award
Congratulations Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Dare County on your 1st place winning entry in the International Master Gardener …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that address public health issues, improve economic well-being, and help people make healthier, better-informed decisions. Programs range from local foods, food safety, and food preservation to gardening and environmental efforts.
Holiday Truffles
What is delicious, portable, comes in lots of chocolatey flavors, and are bite-sized delights perfect for special occasions and …
Library Garden Series Begins Soon!
Would you like to learn more about gardening? You can by attending the Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Dare County’s Library …
Holiday Centerpieces On Sale Now!
As thoughts turn toward the holiday season, Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Dare County are gearing up for their …
Innovations in Economic Development Through Local Foods Event
Innovations in Economic Development through Local Foods TWO REGIONAL EVENTS FOCUSING ON MARICULTURE There are separate registration links for each of …
New Ag Tech in Dare County
We are happy to announce Amy Jordan as our new Agricultural Technician Program Assistant. She is a recent transplant …
Hurricane Preparedness
A good rule of thumb with any potential disaster is to hope for the best, but plan for the …
YouthVoice 2018 Delegate
Congratulations to Madison Sawyer for representing Dare County as the delegate for the 2018 YouthVoice Summit. North Carolina 4-H …
N.C. Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum VOTE
The North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association has announced that the N.C. Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum vote will take place on …
Dare Master Gardener Receives Award!
Local resident and Master Gardener℠ volunteer, Chris Stadther, received a 2018 NCEMGVA Outstanding Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Award on June …
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Gleaned Sweetpotatoes: Storage, Recipes, and Quick Facts
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Local Food Systems: Clarifying Current Research
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8/24/18
Care and Planting of Ginseng Seed and Roots
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