Master Gardener Volunteers Announce Upcoming Symposium
NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers in Cleveland County are pleased to announce an exciting gardening symposium that they …
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Extension Agent Honored for Service to Community
Nancy Hairston Abasiekong, who retired from N.C. Cooperative Extension in May 2025, was recognized as an “Unsung Hero” by …
Harvesting Opportunities: Navigating Agritourism for Your Farm Business
Welcoming and attracting paying visitors to your farm to enjoy hands-on recreational and educational activities can help you generate a …
Fermented Foods Zoom Series
If you are interested in making fermented foods, join Rutherford County Extension Family & Consumer Sciences Agent Sheri Ledford …
Support the Extension Master Gardener Recycling Challenge!
The Extension Master Gardener Association of Cleveland County has enrolled in the NexTrex® Plastic Bag & Film Recycling Challenge. …
Air Fryer Cooking Course
Air fryers are often used to cook foods that are typically deep fried. Air frying uses little or no …
Local Volunteers Join Forces
Extension & Community Association members and Extension Master Gardener Association members are indispensable volunteers. They support N.C. Cooperative …
Farmers Eligible to Apply for Grant Funds
The 2026 WNC AgOptions grant cycle is now open! Local farmers are eligible to apply for up to $10k …
Kings Mountain to Celebrate National Farmers' Market Week
The Kings Mountain Hometown Farmers’ Market will celebrate National Farmers Market Week on Saturday, August 9 at their new …
Pesticide Recertification Classes Coming Soon
Private pesticide applicators (farmers) and commercial applicators (lawn care professionals and others) have an opportunity to earn continuing education …
Become an Extension Master Gardener...Classes Start Soon.
If you have a passion for gardening, the Extension Master Gardener Program can help you improve your horticultural knowledge, hone …
Extension Workshop: “Success With Growing Cover Crops”
Cover crops offer numerous benefits for vegetable production in North Carolina, including improved soil health, erosion control, weed suppression, and nutrient management. …