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Attention North Carolina Pesticide Applicators: Mandatory Regulatory Update Required

Pesticide Safety — Published - February 16, 2026 Read
Mushroom Harvesting Picture

Start Your Regenerative Mushroom Farm - June 17th

Published - June 2, 2026 Read
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Summer Jobs Help Teens with Real Life Readiness

Published - June 1, 2026 Read

News From Jackson County Center

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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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Keeping Your Food and Budget Safe for Hurricane Season

Published - June 2, 2026

From: Swain County Center
Drought Update Map and Summary Findings
Taking Care of Your Plants In Drought Conditions

Published - May 14, 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

NC Drought Update Map
NC Drought Update

Published - April 16, 2026

All News From Jackson County Center

Upcoming Events

Donation Station at the Jackson County Farmers Market Saturday | Jul 11 | 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM Jackson County Farmers Market, 110 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
Jackson County 4-H Cooking: Clover-bud (Ages 5-7) #3 - 7/14/26 Register with Eventbrite Tuesday | Jul 14 | 3:00 PM — 4:30 PM 876 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
Jackson County 4-H Cooking: Clover-buds (Ages 5-7) #4 - 7/16/26 Register with Eventbrite Thursday | Jul 16 | 3:00 PM — 4:30 PM 876 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
Navigating Your Food Safety Systems Tuesday | Jul 21 | 2:00 PM — 5:00 PM N.C. Cooperative Extension - Madison County Center, 258 Carolina Ln, Marshall, NC 28753, USA
4-H STEM Night Part 1 Tuesday | Jul 21 | 5:00 PM — 7:00 PM 876 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
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News From NC State Extension

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
4-H member speaks to judges while presenting on xenobots during Northeast District Activity Day.
"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
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Your Land, Your Legacy Meeting in Haywood County

Published - June 22, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
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
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

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