Vermicompost Workshop
Vermicomposting or Vermiculture is a method composting where worms convert food scraps into two of the best soil amendments on …
Agriculture & Food
Extension and research at NC State address timely issues impacting our state. Extension delivers trusted information directly into the hands of farmers and agribusinesses, helping them translate knowledge into solutions that grow our economy and communities.
Local Food Newsletter - June 2019
Welcome to the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center Local Foods Newsletter! This month’s edition will be focused on …
What the Heck Is That?!?!
This time of year you can find these insects moving from wheat fields and woods’ edges to corn fields …
UPDATE: Container Gardening 101
The container gardening 101 class, offered on May 30th at 10:00 a.m., is now free and open to the …
Local Food Newsletter - May 2019
Welcome to N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center’s Local Foods Newsletter! This month’s edition will be focused on blueberries. …
Report to the People
N.C. Cooperative Extension in Currituck County recently presented its annual “Report to the People” to county officials. Commissioners, Extension …
What the Heck Is That?!?!
This time of year you can find these insects beginning to form nests on houses, barns, and sheds. These …
What the Heck Is That?!?!
Popping up around Currituck County and other parts of North Carolina, this invasive pest can cause a real eyesore. …
Local Food Newsletter - April 2019
Welcome to N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center’s Local Foods Newsletter! Each electronic newsletter will be published monthly to …
Beginners Guide to Gardening
Starting a home garden can be a daunting task. The thought of buying materials and seeds, spending hours preparing …
Plants, Pests, and Pathogens Webinar Series
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center will host a webinar series sponsored by the NC State Extension, Plant Disease and Insect Clinic, and …
What the Heck Is That?!?!
Spring is upon us and plants are starting to green. If you look closely in wheat fields this time …
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day
The end of March marks the start of spring and the beginning of spring cleaning. If you have piles …
Master Gardener Volunteers Speaker’s Bureau Series
Do you have a green thumb or does everything you touch seem to die? Whether you are an avid …
What the Heck Is That?!?!
As spring is beginning and the dogwoods and redbuds start to bloom, this tiny insect can be seen flying …
Exploring Succulents
Are you tired of your traditional flower and vegetable gardens? Are you looking for something unique and interesting that …
Pest Alert! - Crape Myrtle Bark Scale
A new invasive pest, the crape myrtle bark scale, has been detected here in Currituck. The crape myrtle bark …
What the Heck Is That?!?!
This time of year, when temperatures are starting to increase and days are starting to lengthen, many insects are …
2019 Currituck Home, Flower, and Garden Show
“Gardening For All Ages” Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Currituck County are hosting the 2019 Currituck Home, Flower, and Garden Show on …
January Impacts
This year has gotten off to a very soggy start, but that did not prevent your N.C. Cooperative Extension …
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