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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Currituck Grown ~ Local Foods Newsletter
Roadside markets carry a wide variety of seasonal local fresh fruits and vegetables. – from
Currituck County CenterPosted: 7/10/13 
Quick and Easy tips for Freezing Fruits and Vegetables
Freezing fruits and vegetables can make sure you and your loved ones eat right all year long. Freezing is one of the simplest, easiest, and inexpensive ways to preserve … MORE » – from Davidson County CenterPosted: 7/9/13 
Avoiding Blossom End Rot
It’s been a wet spring. In fact, as I write this article, we’ve had 8.5” of rain in the past week. The seemingly daily showers have caused some issues … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 7/8/13 
Downy mildew now appearing in Brunswick County
A silent menace may be lurking in your garden, waiting for the perfect moment to attack your cucumbers, squash, pumpkin, and other related plants. Downy mildew was reported last … MORE » – from Brunswick County CenterPosted: 7/8/13 
Summertime Gardening In Randolph County
Summertime is upon us and many of our gardens are growing with reckless abandon. Peppers and cucumbers are getting ready to be harvested and our tomatoes are changing color, … MORE » – from Randolph County CenterPosted: 7/5/13 Partnerships Make Televison Ad Happen for Lincoln County Farmers Markets
Partnerships with the Community Transformation Grant team and the Got To Be NC program from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services have resulted in the first … MORE » – from Lincoln County CenterPosted: 7/3/13 2013 Livestock Survey
Please fill out the following survey to help us serve your needs with our program planning. 2013 Livestock Survey – from Davidson County CenterPosted: 7/2/13 Consider Pruning your Tomato Plants to get more Fruit Production
Now is the time of year to consider pruning your tomato plants. For several reasons, pruning is a good way to ensure that your tomato plants produce as much … MORE » – from Brunswick County CenterPosted: 6/25/13 North Carolina Pest News – June 21, 2013 (Fruit and Vegetables)
NORTH CAROLINA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE North Carolina State University * College of Agriculture & Life Sciences Dept. of Entomology * Box 7613 * Raleigh, NC 27695 * Ph: (919) … MORE » – from Johnston County CenterPosted: 6/24/13 2013 Hands-on Home Canning Classes
Learn the basics of food preservation with Nancy Abasiekong and Melinda Houser, FCS Agents with NC Cooperative Extension. Take home a jar of your own canned product! Jams & Pickles: … MORE » – from Cleveland County CenterPosted: 6/19/13 Squash bugs active now
In last week’s article, I wrote about the squash vine borer. This week, I’ll discuss the other most common pest of squash, the squash bug. These bugs can be … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 6/18/13 The Smiths and Tomatoes
Bill and Ann Smith are well-known in this county for their tomatoes. In fact, their tomatoes have won prizes in other counties. For a great glimpse into their legacy … MORE » – from Stokes County CenterPosted: 6/18/13 Cogongrass Discovered in Stanly County
Go to this link to read about Cogongrass in Stanly County. http://www.ncagr.gov/paffairs/release/2013/6-13cogongrass.htm The public is encouraged to learn more about cogongrass and how to identify it by visitingwww.cogongrass.org. Suspected infestations … MORE » – from Stanly County CenterPosted: 6/17/13 GRAND OPENING–Vance County Farmers Market
According to D. Wayne Rowland, Agricultural and Natural Resources Technician with NC Cooperative Extension, Vance County Center, the Vance County Farmers Market has scheduled opening dates. The market located … MORE » – from Vance County CenterPosted: 6/13/13 Currituck Grown ~ Local Foods Newsletter
Your place to find what’s in season! – from Currituck County CenterPosted: 6/13/13 You're on page 5
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
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