Prepare for the 2024 Plant Sale
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Yancey County is in the process of planning selections for the 2024 Annual Plant Sale. …
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Tips for Maintaining Real Christmas Trees
There are many in Yancey County that follow the tradition of putting up a Christmas Tree. In our area, …
A Few Facts About the North Carolina Christmas Tree Industry
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! In the spirit of the holiday season, here are a few facts about the …
Consider Utilizing Winter Cover Crops
Cover crops have been used to preserve and improve soil since ancient times. Ancient Chinese manuscripts recorded probably more …
Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden
As the summer vegetables come to the end of their production season, many may be tempted to conclude that …
Yancey County Youth Vegetable Competition
Yancey County Youth Garden Show Location: Yancey County Resource Center During the Yancey County Farmers Market 322 West Main St. Burnsville, NC Date: August …
Strawberry Production Using Black Plastic Mulch (Upcoming Workshop!)
Many would agree that there is nothing like the tastes of a fresh, juicy strawberries picked right off …
What Is Wrong With My Shrub?
Around the area, many homeowners are seeing badly damaged shrubs in their landscape. Holly, Japanese maple, crape myrtle, and …
New Continuing Ed and Volunteer Opportunities for EMG Volunteers
If you are currently an “active” Extension Master Gardener℠ (EMG) Volunteer, make sure to check out the updated “EMG …
2024 Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Training
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Yancey County is planning to host an “Initial” Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Training in the …
Understanding Livestock Feed Types
Not every livestock feed is the same. Have you considered if you are feeding the most appropriate supplement to …
5 Timely Tips for Beef Cattle Producers (January 2023)
Here are 5 timely tips for Yancey County beef producers to consider for their operations in January 2023: Be prepared …