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First Vineyard Detection of SLF in North Carolina

Viticulture — Published - July 20, 2026 Read
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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

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Decoding the Fine Print: The Homeowner’s Guide to Using Pesticides Safely and Effectively

Published - July 29, 2026

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Hammerhead Worms: What They Are & How to Protect Yourself

Published - July 29, 2026

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Unlocking the Canopy: Forest Farming in Western NC

Published - July 29, 2026

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AgOptions Info Session

Published - July 7, 2026

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Beating the Heat This Summer

Published - July 1, 2026

From: Swain County Center
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Keeping Your Food and Budget Safe for Hurricane Season

Published - June 2, 2026

From: Swain County Center
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Start Your Regenerative Mushroom Farm - June 17th

Published - June 2, 2026

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Summer Jobs Help Teens with Real Life Readiness

Published - June 1, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Donation Station at the Jackson County Farmers Market Saturday | Aug 08 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM Jackson County Farmers Market, 110 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
Jackson County 4-H Baking Night(s) Register with Eventbrite Tuesday | Aug 18 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM 876 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
Donation Station at the Jackson County Farmers Market Saturday | Aug 22 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM Jackson County Farmers Market, 110 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
Donation Station at the Sylva Farmers Market Saturday | Aug 22 | 8:00 AM — 1:00 PM Sylva Farmers Market, 76 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
4-H Cooking Night Monday | Aug 24 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM
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News From NC State Extension

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Drought Resources for Livestock and Forages

Published - July 30, 2026

From: Beef
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NC 4-H Introduces New Online System for Project Records

Published - July 17, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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Resources for Drought Management Webinar

Published - July 10, 2026

From: Beef
North Carolina 4-H Shooting Sports delegation posing together after the National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships, many displaying medals and ribbons.
North Carolina Finishes Sixth Overall at National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships

Published - June 29, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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"Learning by Doing" on Display at 2026 District Activity Days

Published - June 27, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
4-H members hold green drawstring bags while assembling care packages during a hands to service project at 4-H Congress.
Give Back at NC 4-H Congress 2026

Published - June 26, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
A herd of cattle stands and grazes in an open pasture bordered by trees in a rural landscape.
Alternative Feeds for Beef Cattle During Drought

Published - June 15, 2026

From: NC Disaster Information Center
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Farm Viability Grants Open Until Jun 18

Published - June 10, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
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Preserving the Harvest: Grant Sparks Exciting New Food Preservation Initiative in Richmond County

Published - June 8, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
Dairy cattle standing at a feeding area on a North Carolina livestock farm.
USDA Drought Assistance Available for Livestock Producers

Published - June 5, 2026

From: NC Disaster Information Center
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