WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - March 31, 2025
With trees either in or approaching bloom, hopefully orchards have received an oil application at green tip for early …
Apple Disease Update: Pink Bud and Bloom
Well, green tip to bloom seemed to progress fairly rapidly this year! Just two weeks ago we were putting …
March 31 and April 1: Blossom Blight Infection Alert!
Polk County, NC There is a predicted fire blight (blossom blight) infection event predicted for Monday, March 31 2025. If …
NCDA Offers FREE Soil Testing & Services for WNC Through June 2025
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA & CS) is offering free services for counties affected …
Build the Connection Across All Stages of Life! Celebrate Week 4 of National Nutrition Month
Welcome to the last week of National Nutrition Month, which began on March 1, 2025! This year’s theme is …
Welcome to N.C. Cooperative Extension in Henderson County
Dr. Terry Kelley, Extension Director in Henderson County, discusses the programs and services available through N.C. Cooperative Extension in …
Local Apple Grower Mike Stepp Discusses How Extension Helps His Farm
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Henderson County prides itself on its knowledgeable staff and the vast resources available through NC State …
EFNEP's Holiday Preparation and Twenty Dollar Thanksgiving Dinner
The holiday season is just around the corner, and it’s never too early to start preparing your budget for …
Making Apple Cider
Have you ever wondered how apple cider is made? First, you get boxes and boxes of apples. A mix …
Compost - Don't Forget to Stir It!
Instead of disposing of yard trimmings and kitchen scraps, you can compost them in your own backyard. Composting is …
Storm Debris Pickup in Henderson County
THIS PROGRAM HAS ENDED. Please contact Henderson County Emergency Management: Helene Related Information at (828) 771-6670 with any questions. Storm Debris …
Mitigating Landslides Post Hurricane Helene
Landslides During Hurricane Helene our area was hit with hundreds of landslides. A landslide is basically the downhill movement of …