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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.

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Prevent Substance Misuse

Delay, Don't Play

October has been designated as Substance Use Prevention Month since 2011. Although substance misuse has always been a cause …

sourdough starter and flour

Sourdough September

At the height of the pandemic, sourdough became a household staple. The process of creating a “starter” served as …

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Time to Check Your Gauges

Over time, the dial gauge on a pressure canner can become inaccurate by showing either too high or too …

little girl eating fresh blackcaps

Local Treat | Wild Blackcaps

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Wasps at Porch Lights

In recent weeks we’ve been getting a lot of messages regarding large wasps coming to porch lights. In all …

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Ferment On!

Sue Estridge, Extension Agent Family and Consumer Sciences ~ Yancey and Madison Counties Have you ever wanted to learn to Ferment …

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Saving Milk

One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …

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