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Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety…
Learning Labels, Stretching Budgets
Many foods include labels such as “Best if Used By,” “Sell By,” and “Use By.” These dates are often misunderstood as food safety deadlines, but in most cases, they are meant to indicate quality,…
Extension News April 2026
April is a busy month! Whether you’re managing livestock, prepping for pesticide trainings, or just searching for the local Farmers Market opening dates, we’ve gathered all the resources in one…
Food Spotlight: Swiss Chard
Have you ever heard of Swiss Chard? It’s a leafy green that’s actually a member of the beet family- it just doesn’t have a swollen root. It does have a similar earthy flavor though. My favorite…
The Facts on Fiber
This article was originally written by Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, Rachel Ezzell, as an article for our FCS Newsletter. Want to receive our monthly newsletter directly to your email…
Yadkin County FCS April 2026
April is National Garden Month, and it is the perfect time to celebrate North Carolina's fresh flavors! You can get into the spirit by picking up some in-season favorites like asparagus,…
Midday Miles
Take a break, get moving, and feel better—one step at a time!Staying active doesn’t have to mean intense workouts or long hours at the gym—it simply means moving your body in ways that feel good and…
