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Free Pesticide Collection Day

Published - September 29, 2026 Read
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How to Collect, Pay and Mail a Pond Water Sample to the NCDA&CS Agronomic Division Solution Analysis Lab

Published - August 17, 2026 Read
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4-H Programming Update – Important Contact Information

Published - July 1, 2026 Read

News From Wilkes County Center

Join us for an interactive session exploring the shared values of 4-H and law enforcement! Youth will discover how leadership, integrity, hands-on skill, and public service build stronger, safer communities. Meet local officers, learn about public safety
Behind the Badge 4-H Day

Published - October 16, 2026

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Sweet Spread Workshop

Published - October 9, 2026

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Wilkes County 4-H Events and Information

Published - October 2, 2026

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Ginseng Production Workshop

Published - September 29, 2026

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Farm, Field and Fur 4-H Day Camp

Published - September 22, 2026

Growing Value: Oak Management, Wildlife, and Wood Markets Field Day
Growing Value: Oak Management, Wildlife, and Wood Markets Field Day

Published - September 15, 2026

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August Pesticide Credit Oppertunity

Published - August 11, 2026

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Western NC Strawberry Preplant Meeting

Published - July 27, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Wilkes County 4-H Pumpkin Decorating Contest Information Mon Oct 26 — Wed Oct 28
Sweet Spreads Workshop Tuesday | Oct 27 | 5:30 PM — 6:00 PM
Behind the Badge 4-H Day Tuesday | Nov 03 | 8:45 AM — 1:15 PM Meeting Room C
Ginseng Production Workshop Register with Eventbrite Friday | Nov 06 | 2:00 PM — 4:00 PM 416 Executive Drive, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
11th Annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower Buyer Event Thursday | Nov 12 | 2:00 PM — 6:00 PM Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station, 74 Research Drive, Mills River, NC 28759, USA
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News From NC State Extension

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North Carolina continues winning streak at Southeastern Hay Contest

Published - October 23, 2026

From: Forages
Selection Today for Sustainability Tomorrow: Beef Extension Workshop
Selection Today for Sustainability Tomorrow: Beef Extension Workshop

Published - October 23, 2026

From: Beef
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Food Safety and Apples

Published - October 22, 2026

From: Food Safety
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Why Are My Soybeans Discolored?

Published - October 21, 2026

From: Soybeans
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Don’t let resistant weeds hitch a ride between fields.

Published - October 16, 2026

From: Soybeans
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RancHER 2026 Webinars Series

Published - October 15, 2026

From: Beef
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Destructive Jumping Earthworms

Published - October 14, 2026

From: Gardening
Webinar Flyer
Webinars on how and why to introduce clover in tall fescue pastures plus cost-share opportunity

Published - October 10, 2026

From: Beef
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$4 for 4-H Reaches All 100 Counties

Published - October 9, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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Near Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy Workshop

Published - October 9, 2026

From: Forages
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