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Learn the Art of Home Canning: A Beginner's Workshop

Published - June 9, 2026 Read
This image depicts the first step in the process of turning logs into lumber. It shows a log being debarked.

See Inside a Sawmill

Published - May 29, 2026 Read
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Scouting the Field: Pest Management Workshops for Growers

Published - May 28, 2026 Read

News From Wilkes County Center

All things 2026 Wilkes County Agricultural Fair Exhibit Hall can be found here
2026 Wilkes County Agricultural Fair Information Coming Soon!

Published - June 4, 2026

Picture of Hurricane Helene Forest Damage in Rutherford County.
Financial Assistance for Timberland Owners Following Hurricane Helene

Published - April 17, 2026

Help support the Wilkes County 4-H Shooting Sports Club by joining us for a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser! Whether you’re looking for a delicious lunch or a way to give back, your meal helps cover expenses for the club's national competition trip.
Fundraiser for Wilkes County 4-H Shooting Sports

Published - April 2, 2026

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April Pesticide Credit Oppertunity

Published - March 19, 2026

Spraying a lawn for insect pests
Don’t Let Just Anyone Treat Your Lawn — Check Their License First

Published - March 19, 2026

Wilkes County Plasticulture & Farm Equipment Showcase Flyer
Wilkes County Plasticulture & Farm Equipment Showcase

Published - March 19, 2026

Shiitake Mushrooms growing on a log
Mushroom Log Making Workshop

Published - March 17, 2026

NRCS Field Day at Wild East Farm Flyer
NRCS Field Day at Wild East Farm

Published - March 12, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
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Upcoming Events

NCD 4-H Poultry & Rabbit Show & Egg Contest Tuesday | Jun 16 | 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM Stokes County Agricultural Fair, 436 S Main St, King, NC 27021, USA
Troy Lumber Company Mill Tour Register with Eventbrite Tuesday | Jun 23 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Independence Day-Office Closed Friday | Jul 03 | All Day
Learn the Art of Home Canning: A Beginner's Workshop Tuesday | Jul 07 | 5:30 PM — 8:00 PM 416 Executive Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, USA
Commercial Vegetable Production Pest Scouting Workshop Register with Eventbrite Tuesday | Jul 14 | 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM 208 South Bridge Street, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
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News From NC State Extension

Phytophthora crown rot on pepper
Veggie disease update, 6/15

Published - June 12, 2026

From: Vegetable Production
cows grazing stockpiled tall fescue
Franklin County Five-County Beef Tour Features Grassland Partnership Participants

Published - June 10, 2026

From: Forages
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Farm Viability Grants Open Until Jun 18

Published - June 10, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
Pine vole with big front teeth emerging from a hole in the ground
Voles, Rabbits, Deer and Other Pesky Critters

Published - June 5, 2026

From: Gardening
Photo from the parking lot showing the front of the building where the PDIC is located
2025 Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Year in Review

Published - June 4, 2026

From: Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
Participants of the 2026 TEDxYouth event
TEDxChavisWay Youth: "Rooted and Reaching"

Published - June 4, 2026

From: Pass the Mic Youth
youth teams sitting at table with buzzers in hand, waiting to answer questions
Avian Bowl and Poultry Judging Registrations Due Soon

Published - May 29, 2026

From: Poultry 4-H & Youth
Flooded field in Mills River, NC
Veggie Disease Update: Week of May 24, 2026

Published - May 29, 2026

From: Vegetable Production
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The Power of Seeing and Describing Plants

Published - May 29, 2026

From: Gardening
Women and children sort through food donation crates
Food Access Near Home

Published - May 29, 2026

From: NC Steps to Health
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