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It’s no secret that we love apples in Wilkes County. Although we will miss the annual Brushy Mountain Apple …
Stocking the Kitchen - Tips for Simple Meal Planning
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DO NOT PLANT-Unsolicited Foreign Seed Warning Release From NCDA&CS--UPDATE, 9/1/2020
UPDATED INFORMATION Please see the new form below for submission of seeds via mail to NCDA&CS- Plant Industry Division or …
Wilkes County Local Farms and Food Profile
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NC State PDIC to Expand Modified Operations
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Preschool Gardening Activity Guide
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Grow Your Best Series-Summer Squash and Zucchini
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Sign Up for Understanding Plants Now - Classes Begin June 1
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Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
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Home Canning: The Basics
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