June 2019 is National Health Homes Month
In the U.S. today, people spend close to 90% of their time indoors. National Healthy Homes Month (NHHM), created …
Creating a Healthy Home Step 1: Clean
June is National Healthy Homes Month — this month the NC State Extension Healthy Homes program will be highlighting the …
2019 Summer 4-H Opportunities
Looking for some fun activities for your kids this summer? We have a few opportunities available through the Buncombe …
SAVE THE DATE
Spring Fling Plant Sale 2019 Saturday, May 11, 2019, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. or until the plants are gone. American Red Cross …
Quick Links to Extension Gardener Tools: Handbook, Plant Database, Online Classes, Newsletter
Handbook Plant Database Online Plant Identification Classes Trees, Shrubs, and Conifers Edibles, Bulbs, and Houseplants Annuals, Perennials, and …
North Carolina 4-H Camps & Centers Receive $60,000 CAMP Grants From National 4-H Council
The North Carolina 4-H Camps & Centers are honored and pleased to announce they have been awarded two grants …
Explore Beyond the Garden Gate Garden Tour 2019
Saturday, June 1, 2019 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Rain or Shine! The five gardens on this year’s tour are …
Buncombe Friends of Agriculture Breakfast
TOPIC: The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy Community Farm Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at 7 a.m. WNC Ag Center – Virginia …
2020 – NC State Extension Gardener Travel Study Adventure to Spain
THE GARDENS OF CATALONIA, APRIL 23-30, 2020 This seven-day tour will explore the botanical and private gardens of Catalunya, one of …
Empowering Youth and Families Program on-Demand Webinar Release
We are excited to announce the release of our first webinar for the Empowering Youth and Families Program. Your family …
Celebrating North Carolina 4-H: Ever GREEN - Huge Success!
What a great event North Carolina 4-H had this past weekend. The Celebrating North Carolina 4-H: Ever GREEN event …
VOLUNTEERS Needed by April 22, for 4-H Ag Literacy Week
We are looking for a few great volunteers who are willing to spend a day or more during the week …
Spring 2019 Paper Clover Campaign at Tractor Supply Company
Tractor Supply Company (TSC) stores in Asheville, Black Mountain, and Weaverville will again be joining 4-H in support of …
Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Info Table
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Information Table is located all around Buncombe County to help you solve your plant …
Managing English Ivy in the Landscape
There is hope!! See these cultural and chemical recommendations for managing English Ivy from Dr. Joe Neal, NC State Professor, …
Helpful Tips for New Camper Parents and Guardians
Deciding whether to send your child(ren) off to overnight camp for the very first time can be a challenging …
Horticulture Industry IPM Series for Spring and Summer 2019
Each class is a stand-alone class or can be taken as a group. Both pesticide and Landscape Contractor Credits …
2019 NC State Extension Gardener Travel Study Adventure in Tuscany, Italy
October 5–14, 2019 From $3,950 (+750 for Single Room Supplement) Register by April 30, 2019 for a $200 discount Explore public and private Italian …
WNC Non-Profit Offering Grants for Small Businesses and Farms
Area small businesses and farmers may be eligible for 50% or more in cost-share funding for energy projects ranging from …
Eating Seasonally and Locally
A Budget-Friendly Guide to Eating Fresh, Local, Produce. Dr. Alice Ammerman, professor in the Gillings School’s Department of Nutrition has recently …