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 to gardening and environmental efforts.

Is Your Home Hurricane Ready?

While Hurricane Florence is moving closer to land, there is still time to perform simple actions to get your …

— 7 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Family Communication Plan for Emergencies

All families need a plan for how they will communicate during times of emergencies. During disasters, you may be …

— 7 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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The Ready Campaign Suggests Using National Parents to Day to Help Prepare Families for Emergencies

With hurricane season upon us, now is the time to prepare for disasters and emergencies. The Ready Campaign suggests …

— 9 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

"Raining" in Mosquitoes

Recent heavy rains and flooding across many areas of the state will create many breeding areas for mosquitoes. While …

— 11 months ago, Entomology

When Dreams Come True: NCFS Mentoring Program

Through NC Farm School, alumni gain more than insight into the ABCs of agricultural business planning. They also forge …

— 11 months ago, NC Farm School

May Is #MedMonth

May is International Mediterranean Diet Month (aka Med Month). This month-long celebration creates awareness of the delicious foods and …

— 11 months ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Plants Do That . . . Inside

“When plants are around, students are just smarter and pay more attention,” says Dr. Charles Hall, Ellison Chair, Texas A&M. This information …

— 1 year ago, Gardening

Safe Plates Certified Food Protection Manager Program

There are an estimated 48 million cases for foodborne illness in the United States every year. Many of these …

— 1 year ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

March Is Living Well Month

The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …

— 1 year ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide for NC Cooperative Extension

In North Carolina, food insecurity affects 1.6 million people, or about 15.9 percent of the population (USDA 2017). Food …

— 1 year ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Agroecology on-Farm Dinner, 10/7/2017

Join us for delicious food prepared with produce from our farm, farm tours, a grand opening of our new …

— 2 years ago, Gardening

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Videos Focus on Recovery in the Wake of a Flood

Cleaning up after a house floods can be a long, hard process. To help families deal with issues ranging …

— 2 years ago, NC Disaster Information Center

American Cleaning Institute -- Tips for Laundering Flood Soiled Fabrics

Flood waters contain significant amounts of contaminates, including pesticides, sewage, and other and other types of organic matter. Fabric …

— 3 years ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Housing Restoration and Recovery Videos

Hurricane Matthew caused devastating flooding across North Carolina. As citizens return home, it is essential that they know how …

— 3 years ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Balancing Beekeeping and Mosquito Abatement in North Carolina

Barely a day goes by when Zika virus is not in the news headlines. As of August 31st 2016, …

— 3 years ago, Entomology

USDA Publication: U.S. Households' Demand for Convenience Foods

Busy lifestyles have led many consumers to look for convenient ways to feed their families. This study explores the …

— 3 years ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

USDA Publication: Where Households Get Food in a Typical Week

USDA has just released a new publication that highlights interesting facts about where (grocery stores and eating places were …

— 3 years ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Healthy Home Solutions

A variety of hazards exist in homes and they can be the source of or a contributing factor to …

— 3 years ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Spring PrepareAthon: Focus on Tornado Preparedness

In April of 2011, North Carolina experienced its largest tornado out break ever. Spring is a time when there …

— 3 years ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

Nutrition Decisions Webinar Series

Are artificial sweeteners safe? What is the difference between organic and conventional milk? To answer these questions and more, …

— 3 years ago, Family and Consumer Science Program

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Is Your Home Hurricane Ready?

Family Communication Plan for Emergencies

The Ready Campaign Suggests Using National Parents to Day to Help Prepare Families for Emergencies

"Raining" in Mosquitoes

When Dreams Come True: NCFS Mentoring Program

May Is #MedMonth

Plants Do That . . . Inside

Safe Plates Certified Food Protection Manager Program

March Is Living Well Month

Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide for NC Cooperative Extension

Agroecology on-Farm Dinner, 10/7/2017

Videos Focus on Recovery in the Wake of a Flood

American Cleaning Institute -- Tips for Laundering Flood Soiled Fabrics

Housing Restoration and Recovery Videos

Balancing Beekeeping and Mosquito Abatement in North Carolina

USDA Publication: U.S. Households' Demand for Convenience Foods

USDA Publication: Where Households Get Food in a Typical Week

Healthy Home Solutions

Spring PrepareAthon: Focus on Tornado Preparedness

Nutrition Decisions Webinar Series

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