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The State of North Carolina Agriculture (Part I)

Justin Moore

Protective face masks and Thanksgiving flatlay on wooden background.

Nov 20, 2020

How to Celebrate the Holidays During a Pandemic

The holidays may look a little different amidst COVID-19, but our food safety experts share tips and tools to help keep you and your loved ones safe (and stuffed) this holiday season. 
A ladybug perched on a blade of grass.

Nov 11, 2020

Avoid Insect Invaders in Your Home During Winter, Spring

Bears aren't the only animals who hibernate for the winter. Certain insect invaders like to stay cozy during the cold months too - in your nice warm home! 
A goat stands among women stretching at a goat yoga event.

Nov 8, 2020

Agritourism in North Carolina

A hybrid of agriculture and tourism, agritourism is a way to immerse yourself in the beauty and splendor of North Carolina agriculture - and it's a growing industry for farmers across our state. 
Sorted peanuts fall onto a conveyor belt in a packing facility in North Carolina.

Oct 30, 2020

Coming Out of the Shell: North Carolina Peanuts

If you come across cocktail or in-shell peanut products pretty much anywhere in the U.S., they likely were grown in North Carolina. Find out how! 
Close-up of fish tacos with avocado mango salsa

Sep 22, 2020

Fish Tacos With Avocado-Mango Salsa

Discover how to combine traditional ingredients from Hispanic cuisine with a few non-traditional items to create simple, savory fish tacos! 
Close-up of the cotton ball on the plant in the field.

Sep 7, 2020

Cotton: The Fabric of Our State

In North Carolina, cotton is king, and it touches your life in more ways than you might think. Discover how cotton is woven into our daily lives and the impact it has on our state. 
A wasp nest with multiple wasps flying around on the roof of a white house

Aug 21, 2020

Bee, Wasp or Fly? Identifying N.C. Bees

The sound of buzzing can create a variety of responses in people. Whether you're looking for peace of mind or looking to welcome new guests in your garden, we'll help you name that insect. 
Farmer flying a drone over a field using a VR headset

Jul 30, 2020

The Future of North Carolina Agriculture (Part II)

Watch and learn how Extension is driving agricultural innovation and research, helping farmers prepare for the future, and transforming science into solutions for families and communities across North Carolina. 
Paper shopping bag full of fruit and vegetable groceries on a kitchen counter

Jul 15, 2020

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? 
A farmer and a specialist from NC State Extension stand talking in front of large hop bines in a field.

Jun 27, 2020

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 feed our families, and the impact of agriculture on our economy and well-being.