a spotted lanternfly adult resting in the branch of a grapevine

First Vineyard Detection of SLF in North Carolina

Viticulture — Published - July 20, 2026 Read
Tractor spraying pesticides on vegetable field with sprayer at spring

Attention North Carolina Pesticide Applicators: Mandatory Regulatory Update Required

Pesticide Safety — Published - February 16, 2026 Read
Online Pesticide Credit Lunch & Learn Classes Schedule

2026-2027 Pesticide CEU Lunch and Learn Series - Online

Published - August 26, 2026 Read

News From Jackson County Center

Ag Safety Day Ag Safety Day October 1, 2026 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Wolf Creek Tree Farm 8833 Highway 107 Cullowhee, NC 28723
Ag Safety Day

Published - September 8, 2026

Male driving down long stretch of road with mountains in the distance and a cowboy hat on the dashboard of the car
Healthy Family Road Trip Snacks

Published - September 1, 2026

From: Swain County Center
WNC AgOptions
Apply Now for a 2027 WNC AgOptions Farm Grant

Published - August 26, 2026

From: Swain County Center
Ginger Production Field Day Flyer
Ginger Production Field Day

Published - August 12, 2026

From: Swain County Center
Adult and child preparing food together in a home kitchen setting
Let's Save on School Lunches

Published - August 11, 2026

From: Swain County Center
"Back To School" surrounded by school supplies
End of Summer Scaries – Mental Health as Students Return to School

Published - August 1, 2026

NC County Drought Map as of July 21, 2026
Taking Care of Your Plants In Drought Conditions

Published - July 29, 2026

Consumer reading a pesticide label
Decoding the Fine Print: The Homeowner’s Guide to Using Pesticides Safely and Effectively

Published - July 29, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Private Pesticide Applicator Training Register with Eventbrite Thursday | Sep 10 | 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM 876 Skyland Drive #6, Sylva, NC 28779
4-H: Resume/Interview Workshop - Career Edition Monday | Sep 14 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM
Donation Station at the Sylva Farmers Market Saturday | Sep 26 | 8:00 AM — 1:00 PM Sylva Farmers Market, 76 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
4-H Cooking Night Monday | Sep 28 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM
Private V Training Register with Eventbrite Thursday | Oct 01 | 8:00 AM — 10:00 AM 8833 North Carolina 107, Cullowhee, NC 28723
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News From NC State Extension

A 4-H member paints a large green 4-H clover emblem on a white fabric banner spread across the grass.
Celebrate National 4-H Week 2026

Published - September 3, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
A young woman wearing a green blazer stands next to a woman wearing a white blazer who is holding an award plaque.
North Carolina 4-H Alumni Honored for ‘Making the Best Better’

Published - August 28, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
The online project record system displayed on a laptop showing the North Carolina 4-H project record Kaleidoscope homepage.
Virtual Help Sessions Offered for Online Project Records

Published - August 27, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
The five 2026-2027 State 4-H Council officers wearing green jackets pose together in front of a stone wall, greenery and a waterfall.
Five Youth Leaders, One Year of Connection

Published - August 15, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
BQA Training Agenda
Beef Quality Assurance Training - Gaston County Center

Published - August 13, 2026

From: Beef
4-H members gathered for a group photo at the 2026 North Carolina 4-H Congress.
A Week to Remember at 2026 State 4-H Congress

Published - August 11, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Cattle Reproduction School Flyer
Northampton Cattle Repro School

Published - August 11, 2026

From: Beef
Recipients selected through the 2026 AIRE (Application, Interview, Resume, and Essay) process pose for a group photo during North Carolina 4-H Congress after being announced as delegates to represent the state at National 4-H Congress.
Announcing the 2026 National 4-H Trip Winners

Published - August 7, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Early embryonic development in Beef Cows
Research Update - Supplementing Rumen-Inert Unsaturated Fatty Acids Plus Rumen-Protected Choline During Breeding

Published - August 4, 2026

From: Beef
A group of graduating North Carolina 4-H seniors pose together with their decorated graduation caps during the inaugural 4-H Signing Season celebration at the 2026 North Carolina 4-H Congress.
North Carolina 4-H Hosts Inaugural Senior Signing Event at State Congress

Published - August 3, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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