Nutrition Matters - April 2020
Protect Yourself From Coronavirus Disease 2020 (COVID-19) Know How It Spreads: The best way to prevent illness is to avoid …
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.
NC State Extension Launches Portal for COVID-19 Resources
Press release by Richard Campbell, NC State Extension. COVID-19 has disrupted our lives and routines, from how we work, play …
COVID-19 Resources for Food & Farms from NC State Extension
NC State Extension has compiled resources that provide best practices for preparing for COVID-19 and managing risk for individuals …
Local Farmers' Markets Do Their Part to Flatten the Curve on Coronavirus
Last week was a blur amid all the news about coronavirus and its impacts on our communities, both locally …
Nutrition Matters - March
March is National Nutrition Month: In honor of National Nutrition Month, join me in adopting healthier eating habits, which …
Nutrition Matters - February 2020
Take Stock of Where You Are: After entering a new year and a fresh decade, we should take stock …
Nutrition Matters - January 2020
With the start of a new year, it’s important to reflect back on the prior year, assess what went …
2019 - NC's Warmest Year...so Far
It’s official. According to the blog posted by the North Carolina State University Climate Office, 2019 edged out 1990 …
Nutrition Matters - December 2019
PORTION CONTROL & OVEREATING: The holiday season is quickly approaching! Gatherings with family and friends are often filled with laughter, …
Nutrition Matters - November 2019
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Greene County will host the 2019 Third Annual Community Diabetes Walk. The Third Annual Greene …
2019 Community Walk
Please come and participate in the Third Annual Greene County Community Diabetes Walk on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, from …
Nutrition Matters - October 2019
Many households depend on the monthly food supplement to help expand their grocery budget and purchase healthier foods. N.C. …
Nutrition Matters - September
Farmers Markets: Bringing the Farm to Table: Using all of the unique food finds after a trip to the …
Nutrition Matters - August 2019
Family & Consumer Sciences, N.C. Cooperative Extension of Greene County August is a big month to recognize nutrition for youth health. …
Nutrition Matters - July 2019
In Season Fresh Fruit and Vegetables: Summertime brings back memories of working in my grandma’s garden. We would gather …
Nutrition Matters - June 2019
June Is National Safety Month Injuries are the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. The good …
Nutrition Matters - May 2019
Move With Heart During National High Blood Pressure Education Month: Hypertension or High Blood Pressure increases your risk of dangerous …
Nutrition Matters - April 2019
Mindful Eating and Portion Control: Do you remember what you ate for breakfast? How about last night’s dinner? Eating …
Nutrition Matters - March 2019
March is National Sleep Awareness Month. During this month most of the country will move the clocks forward for …
Nutrition Matters - February 2019
February is National American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in …
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- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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