Radical Roots: Sweetpotatoes
Often referred to as the “Orange Superfood”, the sweetpotato is an integral part of the American diet. From casseroles …
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.
2020 Forsyth 4-H Plant Sale
Forsyth County 4-H is taking orders for their annual Plant Sale, now through February 14, 2020. Plants will be …
FDA Issues CBD Warning Letters
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recently released warning letters to 15 companies in late November for selling …
Forsyth County Farm City Photo Contest
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center is holding a Farm City Photo Contest through October 1, 2020. Submit your …
Fall 2019 Pesticide Safety School in Winston-Salem
There will be a pesticide safety school in Winston-Salem on October 22–23, 2019, at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth …
Dedication. Commitment. Perseverance. Meet Will and Savannah Salley
Dedication. Commitment. Perseverance. These were the words written on my daughter’s standout “Eye of the Storm” award at the …
20 Acres, Nineteen 100' Hoop Houses, Irrigation, Social Enterprise Business Partnership for Local Food Production Available, Guilford County
Do you have the passion and the experience to grow tons of local food for your community? Do you …
Support Your Local Farmers and Visit a Farmers Market Today!
Farmers market season is here! Plan a shopping trip and get out to the farmers market to see the …
Landowner Alert: Here's a Chance to Improve the Quality of Life in Your Community
Do you want to improve the quality of life in your community? How about luring Leslie Lewis and Anthony …
Join N.C.Cooperative Extension for Forks on Fridays This Spring!
This spring, Forks on Friday is back! Bring your lunch and learn about gardening during these lectures. The lectures …
Now Available - Feed Mill Virtual Tour
We know it can be hard to get to us, so we’ve been working on a virtual feed mill …
Making Feed A-Z
Want to know how ingredients become animal food? We’ve added video content to show you how it all comes …
Volunteers Needed - Youth Education at the Arboretum at Tanglewood
Every year, volunteers assist with N.C. Cooperative Extension of Forsyth County’s Youth Education Program at the Arboretum at Tanglewood …
Produce Safety: FDA Issues FSMA Agricultural Water Rule Extension
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued its final rule on phased implementation of water testing under Food Safety …
Join Us for the Spring Gardening Symposium!
Come gain new information, resources, and connections for a successful gardening season. Spring Gardening Symposium Saturday, March 23, 2019 1–6 p.m. Please come …
Forsyth County Meet Your Farmer CSA Sign Up Day Friday March 1, 2019
Have you ever wondered who grows the food we eat? Have you considered signing up for a Community Supported …
Raw Milk: Branan and Day Present on Cow Sharing Agreements
Andrew Branan, Extension Assistant Professor with the NC State University Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, along with Marti …
Local Farm City Celebration Bringing the University to the People
National Farm City Week is always designated the week before Thanksgiving. It is the perfect time of year to …
Apply Now to Become an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Forsyth County!
N.C. Cooperative Extension trains Extension Master Gardener Volunteers to assist with horticulture education. EMGV training covers a variety of …
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, Is Hiring a Summer Intern
Extension is hiring a paid summer intern! Housing is NOT provided, but college credit is! Click here to learn more and …
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