Small Farms Keep Agriculture Moving Forward
Small farms play a vital role in supporting the competitiveness and sustainability of United States rural and farm economies …
The Robeson County Center Local Foods contacts are Janice Fields, Mack Johnson.
Local Foods
Aquaponics Short-Course
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Thanksgiving Cooking and Food Safety Tips
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Winter Worries Abated
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A Fruit With a Future
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Keeping It Simple and Fresh
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"Drink" More Blueberries
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Buying Local Foods - Join Us for the 2017 CSAs!
By: Mack Johnson Extension Horticulture Agent N.C. Cooperative Extension, Robeson County Center CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture) are a popular way for consumers …
It's Berry Picking Time Again!
I absolutely love springtime when plants in the garden are beginning to grow. I especially love when it’s time …
Citizen Science Program Needs Your Help Observing the Weather!
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Healthy Thanksgiving Deliciousness
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NOAA Winter Outlook
The NOAA weather outlook for the winter of 2016/2017 has been released. Their video is available online. Short version: …
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Splash Through Summer With Peaches
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Who Is Extension?
I am often asked in the community, “what do you do?” or “who do you work for?” When I …
Tahnea Locklear, New Community and Rural Development Agent
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Farmers Markets and Local Roadside and Pick-Your-Own Markets
Information Portals
- Local Food -- a Flagship Program for North Carolina Cooperative Extension
- NC Community Gardens
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
Key Local Food Topics
- Local Food System Supply Chain
- NC Organizations and State Partners
- Nutrition and Health
- Strong Communities
- Youth, Families and Communities
Newsletters
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2017, February
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2017, September
- The Power of Extension Newsletter - 2018, February
Publications, Information, and News
- Backyard Flocks and Eggs (from poultry.ces.ncsu.edu)
- From Farm to Fork: A Guide to Building North Carolina's Sustainable Local Food Economy
- Growing Small Farms - NCCE Chatham County Center
Resources
- Food Routes
- Local Harvest
- N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services' Farm Fresh
- The 10% Campaign - Building North Carolina's Local Food Economy
State and Regional Partners
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