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
NC County Drought Map as of July 21, 2026

Taking Care of Your Plants In Drought Conditions

Published - July 29, 2026 Read

News From Jackson 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

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

Published - July 29, 2026

Photo of Hammerhead Worm
Hammerhead Worms: What They Are & How to Protect Yourself

Published - July 29, 2026

Flyer for Forest Farming Office Hours
Unlocking the Canopy: Forest Farming in Western NC

Published - July 29, 2026

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AgOptions Info Session

Published - July 7, 2026

A woman holding a watermelon slice in front of their face with eyes visible above it.
Beating the Heat This Summer

Published - July 1, 2026

From: Swain County Center
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Upcoming Events

Donation Station at the Jackson County Farmers Market Saturday | Aug 29 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM Jackson County Farmers Market, 110 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
4-H: Resume/Interview Workshop - College Edition Tuesday | Sep 01 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM
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
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News From NC State Extension

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
grassy area filled with people enjoying a concert outside
Pickin in the Pines Benefit Concert

Published - July 31, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Three 4-H members wearing medals pose for a photo after being recognized during the 2026 North Carolina 4-H State Presentation Finals.
Youth Excel at 2026 State 4-H Presentation Finals

Published - July 30, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Feeding truck
Drought Resources for Livestock and Forages

Published - July 30, 2026

From: Beef
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