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Home Food Preservation Classes

Upcoming Programs Prepare for fall food preservation with our upcoming classes. Registration for each class is $5, register by contacting Courtney Tevepaugh, courtney_tevepaugh@ncsu.edu or using the…

tween space study poster

TweenSPACE Study

About TweenSPACE The aim of this study is to better understand how children's eating behaviors are related to their sleep, activity, and environment. This study is being conducted by the Family…

Wooden crate of garden produce: tomatoes, yellow pear tomatoes, okra, onions, strawberries

Farm to Early Care and Education Training

Farm to Early Care and Education is hosting a training to bring together N.C. Cooperative Extension Agents, early childcare workers, and Smart Start Technical Assistance members to explore a new…

VAD Banquet

Wilkes Voluntary & Enhanced Voluntary Agricultural Districts, Stewards of the Land Banquet

STEWARDS OF THE LAND BANQUETWhen: Thursday, Nov. 17, 6:00pmWhere: Wilkes Agricultural Center 416 Executive Dr., Wilkesboro, NC 28697 RSVP: Thursday, Nov. 10jhardy.wilkes@gmail.com or…

Apple Field Day Flyer 2022

2022 Apple Field Day in Mills River, 7/28/2022

This is a courtesy posting from the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Wilkes County Center via the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research & Extension Center about the 2022 Apple Field Day. You can register…

Home Food Preservation flyer: Jun 13–Aug 1 — Water bath, Pressure, Jams, Fermentation, Drying

Summer Home Food Preservation Series

All classes will be held at the Wilkes Agricultural Center, 416 Executive Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Registration is required. Water Bath Canning Monday, June 13, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Learn how to preserve…

Glass jars of pickled and preserved vegetables arranged on wooden pantry shelves

Home Food Preservation - Time to Check Your Canners!

With gardening season quickly approaching it's time to begin preparing to preserve the upcoming harvest. Now is the time to gather supplies and check the condition of your canner so it's ready to…

Charcuterie board with cheeses, crackers, grapes, meats, nuts, pickles, and vegetables

November News - Wilkes County FCS

Wilkes County FCS November News Healthy Holiday in the Kitchen Nov. 4th: 11am Holidays are a joyous time for good fellowship, friends, and family. Come learn some tips and tricks on how to still make…

Farmers market vegetables: broccoli, carrots, zucchini, green beans, tomatoes, weighing scale

Preparing to Preserve

With the onset of Spring it means canning season is just around the corner. Summer gardens, fresh tomatoes and other produce may seem far away but if you plan to preserve these foods now is time to…

Red cooking pot with lid on wooden counter surrounded by jars, ladle, tongs, and potholder

Spring Home Food Preservation Series

Workshop Times 6:30–8:30 p.m. (EST) Are you interested in home food preservation but not sure where to start? Or maybe you just want to brush up on the basics of preservation. Join us for a free,…