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Local Growers Awarded NC AgVentures Grant

March 4, 2026 Read

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Summer Fun
Union County 4-H 2026 Summer Fun

January 29, 2026

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POSTPONED: Cooking Under Pressure

January 8, 2026

USDA announces January 15 national batching deadline for major NRCS conservation programs
NRCS Conservation Program Updates for NC Farmers

January 4, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
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North Carolina Farm Pond Management Calendar

December 12, 2025

From: Haywood County Center
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Welcome, New Extension Master Food Volunteers!

December 1, 2025

Child holding a heifer in a barn; text "4-H Dairy Heifer Program 2026 CALENDAR"
4-H Dairy Heifer Program Calendar Fundraiser

November 13, 2025

From: Dairy
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November 2025 SNAP Benefits Suspended

November 4, 2025

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Why 4-H’ers Should Complete the North Carolina 4-H Achievement Plan

October 31, 2025

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Upcoming Events

Union County Cattlemen's Association Meeting Thursday | Mar 19 | 6:30 PM — 8:00 PM Simpson Events Center, 307 Cultivation Cir, Monroe, NC 28112, USA
EMFV Interest Meeting (In-Person) Wednesday | Apr 01 | 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
EMFV Interest Session (Virutal) Thursday | Apr 02 | 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
UC Master Gardener Successful Gardener Meeting Thursday | Apr 02 | 7:00 PM — 9:00 PM Virtual
Western Union Park ECA Club Meeting Tuesday | Apr 07 | All Day
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News From NC State Extension

Cars at a traffic intersection during a snow storm.
Governor Declares State of Emergency, Issues Temporary Transportation Waiver Ahead of Winter Storm

January 21, 2026

From: NC Disaster Information Center
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Yellow-Legged Hornet on the Doorstep of NC

December 11, 2025

From: Entomology
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Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network Shares Risk Information

September 29, 2025

From: NC Disaster Information Center
Yhouse roof affected by storm.
Be Alert, Prepare, Stay Informed

September 26, 2025

From: NC Disaster Information Center
Cotton jassid, a.k.a. cotton leafhoppe or two-spotted leafhopper (Amrasca biguttula)
Cotton Jassid Leafhopper Reported on Okra in NC

September 22, 2025

From: Entomology
Reflective mulch in tomato field for thrips deterrence
New Webpage for Western Flower Thrips Identification and Management

September 8, 2025

From: Entomology
Hurricane Season Ahead Sign
Hurricane Season - Prepare Now, Before the Storm Comes

August 4, 2025

From: NC Disaster Information Center
When Flooded Turn Around Don't Drown
Floods Cause Many Dangers

July 10, 2025

From: NC Disaster Information Center
Winter Storm Planning Timeline
2024 Winter Weather Preparedness Week

December 3, 2024

From: NC Disaster Information Center
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Flooded Homes Require Prompt and Safe Mold Cleanup

November 20, 2024

From: NC Disaster Information Center
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