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N.C. 4-H Shooting Sports Program Volunteer Training
We are excited to be offering two 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor trainings in NC with one taking place in the Western part of the state this year!!! This training is for any a … Continue Reading
View ArticleHigh Tunnel Growers Workshop- March 28th
Join us to learn more about high tunnel pest management, soil health, production management practices and more! In addition to educational sessions, a farm visit will conclude … Continue Reading
View ArticlePest Alert: Phomopsis Dieback in Florida Dogwoods
Since October of 2023, I have had multiple reports of dieback issues occurring in (C. florida) varieties. I sent samples to PDIC in Raleigh and to Tennessee State in McMinnvil … Continue Reading
View ArticlePest Alert: Be on the Lookout for Rust Diseases
I received an alert that rust is showing up on ornamental trees so scouting now will be important. Species most affected by rusts include:ArborvitaeEastern red cedarLeyland Cy … Continue Reading
View ArticleGarden Helpline Is Open
GARDEN HELPLINE IS OPENNEED ANSWERS TO YOUR GARDENING QUESTIONS?CALL 828-255-5522VISIT the Extension Office at 49 Mt. Carmel Road, Asheville, NC 28806EMAIL questions and photo … Continue Reading
View Article2024 Dairy Steer Program Begins
The 2024 WNC Dairy Feeder Calf Program is off to a great start and has 19 youth participants from 8 counties. The kids have had their calves for a week and a half now and have … Continue Reading
View ArticleMeet Your Commercial Horticulture Agent – April Staff Highlight
Luke Owen is our Commercial Horticulture Agent for Buncombe County. In his role, he conducts plant diagnostics for pests/diseases, holds license certification classes (i.e. pe … Continue Reading
View ArticleIt’s Honeybee Swarm Season
There are many natural phenomena that signal the official return of spring. One of the most dramatic displays is that of a honeybee swarm. Swarms occur in the spring when hone … Continue Reading
View ArticleBradford Pear: An Invasive Pest
This spring, you might notice beautiful, white flowering trees seemingly everywhere along roadsides, ditches, and woodland throughout western North Carolina. While we do have … Continue Reading
View ArticleCitizen Science Program Needs Your Help Observing the Weather!
Article provided by David Glenn, Meteorologist in Charge, NOAA-National Weather ServiceHave you ever wondered how much rain fell during a recent thunderstorm? How about snowfa … Continue Reading
View ArticleNew Steps to Health 3rd Grade Curriculum Fostering Positive Change in...
Students in two Buncombe County Elementary schools have been participating in the Steps to Health program for more than 10 years. With the aligning of the 2nd and 3rd grade cu … Continue Reading
View ArticleNC State College of Education Program for Families in WNC
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Buncombe and Henderson County Centers in partnership with the NC State University College of Education are excited to be able to offer an opportuni … Continue Reading
View Article2024 West District 4-H Teen Retreat
Attention Buncombe County TeensThe West District 4-H Council Officers and Agent Advisors are excited to be bringing some new and exciting changes to this years 4-HTeenRetreat. … Continue Reading
View ArticlePlan Your Garden by Planning What You Want to Preserve
The National Center for Home Food Preservation has revamped its website and has a new look. It still has all the latest researched information on how to preserve your bounty f … Continue Reading
View ArticleAvery & Mitchell Counties Forestry Field Tour
Mountain forest management in North Carolina is much like the landscape of the Appalachian Mountains. It’s never quite what you expected but you’re so glad to be a … Continue Reading
View ArticleLime and Manure Spreader Equipment Demonstration
Join the WNC Beef Cattle Commission for an equipment demonstration of the lime and manure spreader. There will also be a presentation from Joe Deal, Macon County Livestock Age … Continue Reading
View ArticleSpice Mixes
Here are some links for making your own spice mixes.Enjoy these as ways to flavor your food with a little more control over how much sodium you get.Chili and Spice Seasoning(c … Continue Reading
View Article2024 Gary Stamey Junior Beef Scholarship
The Gary Stamey Junior Beef Scholarship was established in 2014 to honor the memory of Gary Stamey. The $500 scholarship is awarded to qualifying applicants who live in Wester … Continue Reading
View Article2024 Buncombe County’s 4-H Presentation Day
Registration for our 2024 Buncombe Countys 4-H Presentation Day is now available. Our 4-H presentation program is an activity where youth are able to learn about a new topic, … Continue Reading
View ArticleJammin’ It Up With Local Strawberries
Local strawberries from South Carolina are starting to appear in the stores. Our North Carolina ones will be right behind them. If I close my eyes, I can just taste homemade s … Continue Reading
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