Seasonal Feature

Mar 23, 2023

Cooking Up Community: North Carolina Barbecue

North Carolina is passionate about its pork barbecue. Take a deep dive into the tradition, culture and community that make North Carolina barbecue special. 

Oct 29, 2021

Making a Mountain High Apple Pie

This mountain of a pie was named grand champion in the North Carolina Apple Festival's renowned recipe contest. Make a pie and enjoy N.C. apples today! 

Dec 18, 2020

Fresh Fish and Seafood Safety Tips

How do you know if fish is fresh? What's the best way to minimize risk when handling raw seafood at home? Before splurging on that seafood platter, consider food safety first! 

Jan 30, 2019

Protect the Pollinator – NC State Works to Preserve Billion Dollar Bees

Dwindling honey bee colonies are a global concern - a $15 billion concern. Bees help pollinate more than 100 crops, providing invaluable support to North Carolina's $84 billion agriculture industry. Busy bees, indeed. 

Mar 14, 2018

How to Plant and Grow Spring Greens

Extension expert Bill Lord shares his secrets for planting and growing a healthy crop of greens like lettuce, beets and spinach in your home garden.