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various vegetables in various states of decomposition

Vermicompost Class

Vermicomposting or Vermiculture is a method of composting where worms convert food scraps into two of the best soil amendments on earth: worm castings, a fancy way to say worm poop, and worm tea, a…

Variety of plants in starter pots in a blue basket

Vegetable Gardening Series

Are you new to the area and hoping to start a garden? Maybe you’ve been here your whole life, but don’t have a “green thumb”. Or maybe you’re a seasoned gardener, but are looking to pick up a new…

Green garden with colorful direction sign

Veggies and Flowers That Thrive in Summer

Currituck County Master Gardener℠ Volunteer and owner of Fuggles Flower Farm, Dr. Emily Nekl is presenting another free course on March 7th from 10:00 to 11:30 am. at the N.C. Cooperative Extension…

Spring garden with multicolored blossoms

2023 Albemarle Area Landscape School

This year’s Albemarle Area Landscape School will be held on Feb. 27th, from 10 am to 3:00 pm at the Pasquotank County Extension Center, 1209 McPherson St., Elizabeth City. N.C. Landscape Contractors…

Pasture Establishment and Maintenance Meeting, February 22 from 10:00 - 11:30

Pasture Establishment & Maintenance Meeting

Are you planning to raise horses or livestock, but don’t know how to get your pasture started? Or maybe your once beautiful pasture has become neglected and overrun with weeds? If you need help with…

The Wonderful World of Seed Blocking

Do you want to start seeds indoors, but you just don’t have the space? Are you looking for a more efficient way to start and grow seeds? If so, this is the class for you! Extension Master Gardener℠…

Fall Soil Sampling

Fall is the perfect time to sample your soil, get the results, and amend your garden, lawn, or field. Some nutrients and soil pH can take months to change, so start planning for next spring and…

plants and high tunnel growing structure

Introduction to High Tunnel Farming

Are you interested in growing and selling your own vegetables, herbs, or flowers? Maybe you already sell your own produce, but are looking to be more profitable? High tunnel production extends the…

red tractor and blue tents with people for our farm festival

Currituck Extension Delivers Report of 2021 Accomplishments

N.C. Cooperative Extension in Currituck presented its annual “Report to the People” to county officials at the April 18th board of commissioners meeting. County Extension Director, Cameron Lowe…

Water Quality Class: Improving Our Streams and Sounds

*This class has been cancelled due to lack of participation* To say Currituck is surrounded by water is an understatement. Over 50% of the county’s area is covered by water. From the Currituck Sound,…