Nutrition Matters - April 2021
Spring Is the Perfect Time to Take Your Workout Outdoors: When the weather thaws, the plants bloom and the …
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.
Zebra Mussel Alert!
This is a re-post of information put out by N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission regarding zebra mussels in aquarium moss …
Nutrition Matters - March 2021
Holiday Meal on a Budget: In the weeks and months leading up to a holiday it can be hard …
March Is Living Well Month
March Is Living Well Month Please click on the Social Media Post below to see information: Social Media …
Nutrition Matters - February 2021
Keeping Your Heart Healthy Diet: Keeping your heart healthy is something you can work on every day. What you …
Nutrition Matters - January 2021
DO NOT BE CBDECEIVED BY JUNK SCIENCE With the start of the new year beware of CBD-based products. If you …
Robin Hood's Kitchen Converts Food Waste to Meals for Food Pantry
I have long known that Chatham County is a special place with an amazing community of creative, passionate people …
Nutrition Matters - December 2020
Attending a Gathering: Make your celebration safer. In addition to following the steps that everyone can take to make the …
Nutrition Matters - November 2020
If you’re looking for a quick and easy meal with seasonal flavor, look no further. This one pan meal …
Environmental Education - Southeastern NC Activities and Information
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
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 …
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- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- 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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Partnerships and Organizations
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Farmers' Market Tours: A Guide for Nutrition Educators
A Farmers’ Market Tour is a great way to introduce your program participants to an …
1/6/21
Barriers and Strategies to Connecting Urban Audiences to Wildlife and Nature: Results from a Multi-Method Research Project
This publication summarizes the findings of a research project aimed at understanding urban audiences, identifying …
1/6/21
Pickle and Pickle Product Problems
This guide lists the problems that can arise in making sweet gherkin pickles and describes …
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Thawing Food Safely
This factsheet describes how to safely thaw frozen foods.
11/11/20 — For Safety's Sake
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Do you have sweetpotatoes that have been gleaned that you plan on using or donating? …
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Eat Smart Move More North Carolina: Growing Communities Through Gardens
Gardens bring communities together. Not only are community gardens a good way to get more …
10/14/20
Cost Analysis for Improving Park Facilities to Promote Park-based Physical Activity
As public parks and recreation facilities are increasingly positioned as health resources, greater demands for …
9/23/20
At Your Door Step: A Family Factsheet on Outdoor Play and Learning
Right at your doorstep may be many of the answers to the social, educational, and …
7/29/20