2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
Health & Nutrition
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.
Henderson County Shines at 2020 NC Extension Awards Ceremony
It is always a good thing to see those you work with honored for their hard work and dedication. …
Bountiful Harvest Community Garden Born in Cooperative Extension
Watch how the Bountiful Harvest Community Garden in Jackson Park came about. Learn about the people that make the …
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 …
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 …
Holiday Safety Social Media Toolkit
What You Should Know about the Holidays? The Holiday Safety Social Media Toolkit contains safety and preparedness information and resource …
Holiday Celebrations and COVID-19
Many families look forward to gathering for traditional holiday celebrations every year. This year, however, requires extra caution. COVID-19 …
Preserving Winter Squash and Pumpkins
The signs of Fall are all around us. Trees are turning colors, there is a crispness to the air, …
Be Counted or Be Discounted - Complete the Census by Oct. 5
As of the most recent report only 65% of households in Henderson County have self-responded to the 2020 Census. …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
Free EFNEP Online Classes
The First 20 Participants will receive $15 Local Farmers Market Coupons! Sign-up for free online EFNEP classes! At your own pace …
Faithful Families - Thriving Communities
Is your faith-based organization planning to add community outreach? Or does your faith-based organization need a free, structured program? Faithful Families is …
The Big Give Event!
Mills River Farmers Market is partnering with with Interfaith Assistance Ministries to host THE BIG GIVE this weekend! Fresh produce …
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 …
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). …
SNAP Benefits to Increase in Fiscal Year 2021
2020 has been a difficult year but in every tragedy, there is triumph. The USDA has decided to increase …
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 …
Summer Chores for the Vegetable Garden
Well, the garden is well on its way! You’ve got most everything planted and the harvest is coming in. …
Let's Grow Some Elderberries!
Wild elderberries are a common sight in Burke County and can often be seen growing along roads and ditches. …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
More Extension Programs at NC State University
Partnerships and Organizations
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Cost Analysis for Improving Park Facilities to Promote Park-based Physical Activity
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At Your Door Step: A Family Factsheet on Outdoor Play and Learning
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