Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
Local Foods
The Henderson County Center Local Foods contact is Karen Blaedow.
Fall Is Officially Here, Visit Your Local Pumpkin Patches!
Fall is in the air and Halloween is starting to take front and center in the kiddo’s minds. What …
The Big Give Event!
Mills River Farmers Market is partnering with with Interfaith Assistance Ministries to host THE BIG GIVE this weekend! Fresh produce …
Helping Farm Workers at Produce Farms Understand COVID-19
The NC State University Produce Safety Team has created training videos in English and Spanish to help farmworkers better …
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
Hendersonville Farmers Market to Celebrate Tomato Day, August 22, 2020
The Hendersonville Farmers Market located at 650 Maple Street will celebrate Tomato Day on Saturday, August 22, 2020, from …
Virtual Tomato Field Day 2020
Welcome to the Virtual Tomato Field Day for 2020, presented by the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center …
USDA Adds More Commodities to Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
USDA announced Tuesday, August 11, 2020, that additional commodities are now covered by the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). …
Hooray for Beneficial Bugs in the Veggie Garden!
Contrary to popular belief there are more good bugs than bad in the landscape. About 1% of all insect …
It's Blueberry Time in Henderson County!
The first blueberry varieties of the season are now ripe and ready to harvest in western NC. If you …
Herbicide Damage in the Garden
Several home gardeners have reported damage to vegetable and flower crops after applying manure, compost, or hay to the …
DIG LOCAL: All Henderson County Farmers Markets Are Now OPEN!
Farmers Markets are essential to our local food system and fortunately for Henderson County starting June, 6th all area …
Count on Me NC
NC State Extension, in partnership with NC Department of Health and Human Services, NC Restaurant and Lodging Association and Visit NC, is excited to …
How to Make Fermented Pickles
Interested in fermenting food? Start by making delicious fermented pickles that will be ready within 3-4 weeks. Fermented Pickles Recipe Yields 1-gallon …
Forcing Shiitake Mushroom Logs to Fruit
Growing and producing shiitake mushrooms at home is a practice in patience. Typically it takes a year or two …
Webinar Series: COVID-19 Guidance for Agricultural Operations
Farm Worker Health & Safety Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Time: 9–10 a.m. Register online Topics include: Henderson County Farm Worker Health Program and Clinic …
Beans, Beans, Good for the Heart .......
As the danger of frost passes, it is time to get serious about planting those tender plants in the …
Henderson County Strawberry Season Has Started!
Henderson County Strawberries are Now in Season Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen in the spring and nothing compares …
A Plethora of Peppers to Pick
Something a lot of gardeners shy away from is growing peppers. Peppers are not something most folks consume in …
Tips for Enjoying Strawberries
Strawberries are in season now and there are so many ways you can use them. You can make jams, …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Local Food -- a Flagship Program for North Carolina Cooperative Extension
- NC Community Gardens
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
Key Local Food Topics
- Local Food System Supply Chain
- NC Organizations and State Partners
- Nutrition and Health
- Strong Communities
- Youth, Families and Communities
Publications, Information, and News
- From Farm to Fork: A Guide to Building North Carolina's Sustainable Local Food Economy
- Growing Small Farms - NCCE Chatham County Center
Resources
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Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens
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Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens
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Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …
Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers
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Vermicomposting in Childcare Center Gardens
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Composting in Childcare Center Gardens
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