Non-Meat Protein Alternatives
Non-Meat Protein Alternatives Non-meat protein alternatives & how to cook dry beans without a pressure cooker! Posted by N.C. Cooperative Extension, …
Health & Nutrition
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.
MeatSuite: Del Granjero a Su Congelador
NC Choices se enorgullece en presentarles MeatSuite a los consumidores en Carolina del Norte. MeatSuite es una página web donde …
Herbed Popcorn & Pretzel Mix
Join EFNEP Program Assistant Sarah Lackey as she takes us through a quick and easy snack recipe for a …
The Food Danger Zone
Stay out of the Danger Zone! Learn about the temperatures needed to keep food safe! The Danger Zone Stay out of …
How to Safely Prepare Meats
Let raw chicken meat it’s maker, you! Safely handling raw meats with EFNEP Program Assistant Sarah …
How to Chop an Onion
Join EFNEP Program Assistant Sarah Lackey as she shows you the correct way(s) to chop an onion! How to Chop …
Interest Meeting for the 4-H Junior Master Gardener Program
Join us to learn about Junior Master Gardeners (grades 3-8) that engages youth in “hands-on” group and individual learning …
How Do I Protect My Garden From Frost?
How do I protect my garden from frost? We are due for some cold nights coming up in WNC and …
Pasture Pork Info
Pasture Pork Have you thought about raising pigs? Whether you want to raise pigs for you and your family or …
Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Lily is a new 4-H’er who just joined …
Grants, Plants, & Webinars!
Meat & Produce Donations On behalf of N.C. Cooperative Extension in Madison County, we are grateful for the ways in …
Interested in Canning?
If you are planning on having a garden this year you may want to learn more about canning your …
Food Preservation Made Easy!
Learn to preserve your own food using the most recent evidence-based information to assure a safe, quality product for …
How Can I Donate Food?
If you’re interested in helping those in need with meat and produce from the farm, the information below has …
Food Preservation Made Easy Series Starts April 21
Food Preservation Made Easy! This will be an online series of classes. Classes are free and will meet via Zoom from 11 a.m. to …
How to Chop an Apple
Ever wondered what the best way to chop up an apple is? Take a look at this short video …
MeatSuite: From the Farmer to the Freezer
NC Choices Early Launch of MeatSuite for North Carolina MeatSuite is a brand new site where you can find local …
Sanders Ridge Farm Brings on New Farmers in Yadkin County
Claudia and Steven Townsend drove the back roads of North Carolina for two years looking for farm lease opportunities …
Measurement Abbreviations and How to Use Measuring Equipment
In this video, learn how to use measuring equipment and what measuring abbreviations mean. Measuring Ingredients This video shows you some …
Is COVID-19 a Food Safety Issue?
Is coronavirus a food safety issue? With all of the information flooding the internet and airways, how are we …
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