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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 to gardening and environmental efforts.
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
Curried Chicken Salad
Looking for a fresh main dish? This easy to make chicken salad will keep your kids busy while preparing, …
Introducing the Chatham Food Hub!
The Chatham Food Hub is a collaborative project between Chatham County, UNC, and NC State University partners. The Chatham …
Nutrition Matters for July 2020
Self-isolation has become a reality for Americans as the impact of the coronavirus on our country is more pronounced. …
Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Registration closes on June 12. Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Registration closes on June …
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 …
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. …
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