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McDowell Youth Livestock Camp
We are excited to announce our upcoming Livestock Camp, taking place August 18–20! This three-day camp is open to youth 18 years of age and under and is designed for both beginners and those with…
Egg-Cellent Egg Contest for 4-H'ers
This year, there is a state-wide Egg-Cellent Egg Contest for 4-H'ers! This contest is open to youths ages 5-18 (as of January 1). To participate, the child must be enrolled in 4-H Online. Please read…
2026 4-H Egg-cellent Egg Competition
Youth who raise chickens are encouraged to participate in the Egg-cellent Egg competition. Youth submit half a dozen eggs of the same color and size for exterior and interior judging, along with a…
From 4-H Embryology to a Local Food Bank
According to Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap report, the food insecurity rate in Orange County stands at 13%. Multiple organizations are engaged in efforts to combat this statistic, but one of the…
May Livestock Newsletter
Whether you’re new to livestock or have years of experience, staying informed can help you improve animal health, management, and daily operations. Our livestock newsletter shares practical tips,…
Poultry Processing Workshop
The Poultry Processing Workshop will take place at the Randolph County Agricultural Center on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.Classroom topics on backyard bird basics, poultry…
Learn about small-scale poultry hatching & processing on Saturday, May 16th
We will be hosting a Poultry School in Haywood County on Saturday, May 16th, 2026 at Pisgah High School. This is a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience in small-scale hatching and processing aimed…
Backyard & Small Flocks Workshop (Online & in-Person)
Poultry Workshop – Backyard & Small Flocks Poultry owners, whether raising backyard birds or managing small-scale flocks, are invited to attend the Backyard & Small Flocks Poultry Workshop on…
