Peach Week at the Farm Credit Farmers Market on July 8-10th
Sweet, juicy peaches in North Carolina are a symbol of summertime! North Carolina’s peach industry is unique in that …
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Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Award Two Scholarships
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Wayne County recently presented $500 college scholarships to two Wayne County students. Natalia Garcia, …
July Gardening Tips
Lawn Recycle your clippings as you mow instead of bagging and discarding them. Returning these clippings to the law saves time, …
Sweet Corn Season at the Farm Credit Farmers Market
One of the highlights of summer is enjoying fresh corn on the cob. Sweet corn is a popular vegetable …
Pollinator Day at the Farm Credit Farmers Market on June 19
There are many insects and birds we depend on as pollinators in our environment. Honey bees are one well-known …
Blueberry Season at the Farm Credit Farmers Market
It is the start of blueberry season with fresh, tasty berries starting to be available in Eastern North Carolina. …
June Gardening Tips
As we welcome in summer, our gardens are now in full swing. With summer weather we have to keep …
Lookout for Squash Bugs
Squash is a popular summer vegetable that we often try to grow in our gardens. However, one challenge when …
Composting Basics
Composting can be a great way to reduce home waste disposal problems by recycling them into organic matter that …
Common Rose Diseases
Roses are a popular plant known for their large, elegant flowers. Many gardeners try their hands at growing roses …
It’s Strawberry Season in Wayne County!
Strawberries are in season now around Wayne County! Local growers have been busy harvesting and selling strawberries. North Carolina is …
May Gardening Tips
May is here and our gardens are coming alive. Below are some tips for what you can do in …