Local Foods
North Carolina Cooperative Extension is an enthusiastic supporter of the Center for Environmental Farming Systems’ initiative to build the state’s local food economy, from farm to fork. Cooperative Extension is the face of your county’s local foods initiative, helping to promote North Carolina’s 10% Campaign and to guide efforts to develop the local food economy.
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Market Fresh: Where’s the Produce?
What a unique summer we’ve had … from temperature variations to rain, it sure has been a summer full of crazy weather patterns. Unfortunately, these conditions have drastically affected … MORE » – from
Greene County CenterPosted: 9/13/13 
Currituck Grown Local Foods Newsletter September 2013
To be added to the email list please contact donna_keene@ncsu.edu – from Currituck County CenterPosted: 9/11/13 Don’t Miss Out…Save $, Eat Better!
WHEN: THURSDAYS AT 11:00am-11:45am… OCTOBER 3rd – NOVEMBER 21st WHERE: GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY, 229 Kingold Blvd., Snow Hill, NC COST: FREE Join us for an interactive program that will … MORE » – from Greene County CenterPosted: 9/10/13 
4-H Holiday Greenery & Plant Sale
The Davidson County 4-H Program is selling holiday greenery and small fruit plants to support 4-H activities throughout the year. The handmade greenery is from the NC Mountains and … MORE » – from Davidson County CenterPosted: 9/10/13 
Extend your Growing Season: Plant a Fall Vegetable Garden!
Fall is an exciting time in southeastern North Carolina! We finally get a reprieve from the heat and humidity and the bugs are more tolerable, which means you can … MORE » – from Brunswick County CenterPosted: 9/6/13 
Rediscover the Caldwell County Agricultural Fair
Where will you find five nights of bright lights, fast rides, live music, animals, quilts, photography, preserved foods, and opportunities to learn about and celebrate our community? The Caldwell … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 9/6/13 Fall Food Drying Classes Offered
Two classes exploring drying food as a method of preservation will be offered at the Haywood County Cooperative Extension Center on Thursday, October 24, 2014. In addition to learning … MORE » – from Haywood County CenterPosted: 9/6/13 Muscadine Grape Field Day Coming Soon
Muscadine Grape Field Day September 14, 2013 10am – 12pm 151 Newbold-White Rd, Hertford, NC (off Harvey Point Rd) This FREE program will include production information, a tour … MORE » – from Chowan County CenterPosted: 9/5/13 
Currituck Rural Farm Festival 2013
The Currituck County Center of NC Cooperative Extension will be hosting the Third Annual Currituck Rural Farm Festival on Saturday, October 5 from 9am-2pm at the Currituck County 4-H … MORE » – from Currituck County CenterPosted: 9/4/13 What is the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement and How Does it Affect Pork Production
The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement is an Asia-Pacific regional trade agreement that has the potential to remove many sanitary barriers to trade and eliminate import duties in the participating … MORE » – from Sampson County CenterPosted: 8/30/13 The Farmer’s Table – September 2013 Edition
The Farmer’s Table By Deborah Cox, County Extension Director What an absolute wild summer for farmers this year trying to grow produce and crops in a season of rain. … MORE » – from Stokes County CenterPosted: 8/28/13 Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Workshops
North Carolina State University and North Carolina Cooperative Extension are partnering with the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) to deliver workshops across the state with the aim of providing farmers with … MORE » – from Johnston County CenterPosted: 8/22/13 Nutritional Value Is The Same For Free Range Or Cage Eggs
The general public often thinks that eggs produced by free-range hens are nutritionally superior to eggs obtained from layers kept in traditional battery cages. However, a recent scientific study … MORE » – from Hoke County CenterPosted: 8/20/13 Home Grown Gaston 2013
www.homegrowngaston.com Tickets are on sale now for the third annual Home Grown Gaston farm-to-fork event, set for September 10th at the Gastonia Farmers Market from 5 p.m. to 8 … MORE » – from Gaston County CenterPosted: 8/20/13 Protecting Pollinators
Pollination is essential for the production of many crops. In fact, it is estimated that one-third of our diets are derived from insect-pollinated plants. Pollination increases yield and also … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 8/20/13 You're on page 2
LINKS
- Center For Environmental Farming Systems
- North Carolina Food Advisory Council
- Statewide Action Guide for Building a Local Food Economy in NC
Publications, Information, and News
- Backyard Flocks and Eggs
- Buy through a Community-Supported Agriculture Program
- Find Local Foods by Picking Your Own Produce
- Find Local Foods in Grocery Stores and Co-ops
- Find Local Foods through Food Buying Clubs
- Food Safety and Home Food Preservation
- From Farm to Fork: A Guide to Building North Carolina's Sustainable Local Food Economy
- Growing Small Farms - NCCE Chatham County Center
- Meat Buying Clubs - from NC Choices
- Shop at Farmers' Markets, Tailgate Markets and Roadside Stands
- Start a community garden
- Start a workplace CSA
- The Produce Lady - Video tips on preparing local foods
Resources
- Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project
- Carolina Farm Stewardship Association
- Feast Downeast - Bringing Local Farmers to Market
- Food Routes
- Foothills Fresh
- Local Harvest
- N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services' Farm Fresh
- NC MarketReady
- The 10% Campaign - Building North Carolina's Local Food Economy
State and Regional Partners
Topic Categories and Standalone Pages
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- Agriculture & Food
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- Forest Resources
- Health & Nutrition
- Home & Family
- Lawn & Garden
- Soil, Water & Air
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