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FCS@Home: Blueberries

There’s nothing more sweeter than a summer blueberry. There’s also nothing more healthier than a summer blueberry! These small …

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What Is EFNEP?

If you’re not familiar with EFNEP, EFNEP offers free nutrition classes to help families and youth cook healthy meals …

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Summer Vegetables & Heat

With the high heat of summer, I often receive calls from folks asking why their vegetables are not producing. …

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Extension Events - July 2021

July 3 Union County Farmers Market – Monroe & Stallings Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers “Let’s Get Growing” July 5 MED instead of Meds Course July …

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Gardening Tips

National 4-H offers tons of resources and activities ranging from different topics created by 4-Hers. Today, I’d like to …

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Agri-Business in Union County

Agriculture is the single largest component of the economy in Union County. With ample farmland, a skilled workforce, and …

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Fire Ants

Did you know that fire ants are actually native to southern Brazil? They currently can be found in eleven …

Fresh NC Produce for Sale

Visit NC Farms - Local Produce

Union County has quite the selection of fruits and vegetables. With summer setting in, and the changing of seasons, …

June 2021 Extension Events

June 2021 - Extension Events

June 1 How to Be a Successful Gardener June 5 Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers’ “Let’s Get Growing” Ask a Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Union County …

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Protect Yourself From Sunburn

Memorial Day is usually the unofficial start to summer. With summer comes time in the sun in the garden, …

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Berries Galore!

Warm weather brings a bounty of produce, including juicy and delicious berries! Right now, is the time when many of …

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