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Leaves of Three, Let It Be!

Learn how to identify poison ivy and other pesky plants so you can enjoy a more comfortable, itch-free summer!

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Summer Safety at Home

Given the circumstances in communities across the country, there's an added sense of urgency to sanitize and stop the spread of germs. But where to begin? We've compiled a few clips to help keep your home spick and span (and safe) this summer!

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Which is Safer? Wood vs. Plastic Cutting Boards 

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How to Safely Sanitize Surfaces at Home 

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Proper Handwashing and Hand Sanitizer Use 

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The Safest Way to Wash Produce 

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Why You Need to Wash Your Hands Around Animals 

Learn and Explore

Discover the latest findings for the kitchen, garden and farm right here. We’ll share tasty, nutritious recipes and safe food prep tips; show you what’s in season and how it’s grown; and help you learn where your food comes from and what it takes to feed North Carolina.

In the Garden

From growing your own produce to composting your kitchen scraps, we’ll take you through the finer points of putting your green thumb to good use. Go ahead, get your hands dirty.

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How to Spot Sick or Stressed Trees

Are your trees looking a bit under the weather? Learn more about the symptoms of sick and stressed trees, and what to do when professional guidance is needed. 

Leaves of Three, Let It Be: How to Identify Poison Ivy

Learn how to identify these pesky plants so you can enjoy a more comfortable, itch-free summer! 

Foraging for Backyard Edibles

Did you know that you can eat some of the weeds in your yard? Join Travis Birdsell in this episode of In the Garden to learn which backyard plants you can use to make a fresh spring salad. 

In the Kitchen

Join us in the kitchen as we share nutritious recipes, expert cooking advice and food preservation tips to help you make the most of all our state offers.  

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6 Steps to Shop Smart for Fruits and Vegetables

Shopping for fruits and vegetables is usually not a big deal, but what if you're trying to limit your shopping trips as recommended to help slow the spread of COVID-19? 

Braised Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage

Several fruits and vegetables have long shelf lives so you can stock up for nutritious meals, even during a pandemic! 

Buying Chicken and Meat in Bulk? Learn How to Freeze it Properly

Watch as our food safety specialist shares the basics of packaging and freezing poultry for optimum freshness and safety. 

On the Farm

We have a rich agricultural history in North Carolina, and the typical family farm is growing and changing all the time! Come with us as we meet some of the folks who are ensuring our food’s future.

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The Future of North Carolina Agriculture (Part II)

Watch and learn how Extension is driving innovation and research for our state, helping farmers prepare for the future, and transforming science into solutions for families and communities across North Carolina. 

The State of North Carolina Agriculture (Part I)

Learn more about the growth and diversity of North Carolina agriculture, the challenges farmers face as they work to feed our families, and the impact of agriculture on our economy and well-being. 

Moo-ving Milk: How Milk is Transported from Farms to Families

North Carolina dairy cows produce more than 100 million pounds of milk each year. Learn how farmers and dairy operations move all of that milk and ensure access to fresh, safe dairy products.