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The Currituck County Center Local Foods contacts are Cameron Lowe, Olivia Patchel.

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2020 Virtual Home Canning Series 

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is holding a series of FREE virtual home canning classes from Noon–1 p.m. …

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Extension FAQs

What is that bug in my garden? Do I really have to use margarine in that recipe or is …

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Meat Supply Facts

You have likely seen much on the news and floating around social media in regards to potential meat shortages …

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Spring Greens 

Searching for new vegetables to prepare for dinner? Look no further, a fresh spring recipe is here. Greens are …

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This Week in the Garden

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is starting a new article/ video log series titled: This Week in the …

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Beginners Guide to Gardening

Starting a home garden can be a daunting task. The thought of buying materials and seeds, spending hours preparing …

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Canceled-Jam Camp

*Due to the coronavirus , this class is canceled.* On April 14, 2020, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. ages …

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Canceled-BBQ Boot Camp

*Due to the coronavirus , this class is canceled.* Calling all Master Chefs ages 8-18! Is your child interested in …

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Canceled-Bee Series

*Due to the coronavirus , this series has been canceled.* Starting this April, N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center, in …

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Canceled-Organic Gardening

*Due to the coronavirus , this class is canceled.* No April Fools! The esteemed Marie Mims Butler is coming to …

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Cancelled - Extension Open House

“Extension is the best-kept secret out there.” That phrase is often used when folks describe what N.C. Cooperative Extension …

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Pruning Ornamentals

Because of popular demand, on February 22, 2020, N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center will present a workshop for both …

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Cancelled-Small Fruit Workshop

*This event has been cancelled due to illness. The workshop will be rescheduled at a later date* Nothing is better …

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Fun in the Garden

The “Fun in the Garden” Workshop will be held on March 13, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. …

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How to Organize a Community Garden

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The basis of any promotional program is product excellence. If your product or operation is …

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