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
Drought Update Map and Summary Findings

Taking Care of Your Plants In Drought Conditions

Published - May 14, 2026 Read
Mushroom Harvesting Picture

Start Your Regenerative Mushroom Farm - June 17th

Published - June 2, 2026 Read

News From Jackson County Center

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Keeping Your Food and Budget Safe for Hurricane Season

Published - June 2, 2026

From: Swain County Center
Wooden blocks spelling Summer Jobs with a beach background
Summer Jobs Help Teens with Real Life Readiness

Published - June 1, 2026

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Managing Your Food Budget

Published - May 7, 2026

From: Swain County Center
A sticker reading "Stay Hydrated" surrounding a water bottle. Wrapping around the sticker are water packed snacks and beverages.
Summer Fun is Just Around the Corner

Published - May 1, 2026

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Citizen Science Program Needs Your Help Observing The Weather!

Published - April 21, 2026

Picture of Hurricane Helene Forest Damage in Rutherford County.
Financial Assistance for Timberland Owners Following Hurricane Helene

Published - April 17, 2026

From: Wilkes County Center
NC Drought Update Map
NC Drought Update

Published - April 16, 2026

Farmers Market & Farm Stand Marketing Strategies! Free and Online!
Farmers Market & Farmstand Marketing Strategies

Published - April 8, 2026

All News From Jackson County Center

Upcoming Events

Donation Station at the Jackson County Farmers Market Saturday | Jun 27 | 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 | Jun 27 | 8:00 AM — 1:00 PM Sylva Farmers Market, 76 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
4-H Craft Night! Monday | Jun 29 | 5:30 PM — 6:30 PM 876 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
Jackson County Cooking - Clover-buds! (Ages 5-7) #1 - 7/7/26 Register with Eventbrite Tuesday | Jul 07 | 3:00 PM — 4:30 PM 876 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
Jackson County 4-H Cooking: Clover-buds (Ages 5-7) #2 - 7/9/26 Register with Eventbrite Thursday | Jul 09 | 3:00 PM — 4:30 PM 876 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
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News From NC State Extension

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
two people shake hands and receive a produce box
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
A row of hay bales arranged in a field during a sunny day.
NC Hay Finder Helps Producers Navigate Drought Conditions

Published - June 5, 2026

From: NC Disaster Information Center
Flyer for the NCDA Block Grant Final Information Session on June 4, 2026, details in main text.
Final NCDA&CS Hurricane Helene Block Grant Information Session on June 4th

Published - June 1, 2026

From: Christmas Trees
4-H members in matching green shirts and black caps participate in the Dinah Gore 4-H Healthy Food Challenge; one stirs a red saucepan with a spatula while another holds a small container. Both wear white aprons and blue gloves.
Historic Year for the Dinah Gore 4-H Healthy Food Challenge

Published - May 26, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Corkboard with four photos pinned: a child blowing bubbles, a pine branch with a pinecone, a turtle on grass, and a gray cat peering through a chain-link fence. Decorative clover and camera stickers complete the display.
2026 Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest

Published - May 20, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Two 4-H members wearing LED headphones point toward the camera while participating the silent disco at 4-H Congress.
Take the Stage at NC 4-H Congress 2026

Published - May 8, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Kristi Willard receiving CALS Award
Celebrating Excellence: Kristi Willard Receives the CALS Award of Excellence for Public Service

Published - May 6, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
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