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WE GROW UNION COUNTY

'tis the Season

As we have entered the holiday season, and Thanksgiving has come and gone, UC Extension has much to be …

Burn Ban

Statewide Burn Ban

Effective November 29 at 5:00 p.m.: Due to increased fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a statewide burn …

Collards in Field

Collards in North Carolina

Did you know North Carolina is the third leading producer of collards in the nation? Collards thrive in North Carolina …

Grateful

National Gratitude Month

November is National Gratitude Month, a time to celebrate and give thanks. Although it’s nice to count your blessings …

Turkey

Thanksgiving Traditions

What are the traditions your family celebrates every Thanksgiving? Mine is the big family gathering for a meal that …

Planting Tree

Tree Planting Season

With the cool wet weather comes tree planting season. N.C. Cooperative Extension of Union County is partnering with the North …

October - We Grow Union County

A Fall for All

As the leaves have begun to change and the second month of Fall has come and gone, N.C. Cooperative …

Thanksgiving Food

Food Safety for the Holidays 

Food safety is always important. I have worked in Cooperative Extension for almost 25 years and we always receive …

Candy in a Bowl

Curbing Candy Cravings

During the holidays, especially during Halloween when there is candy around every corner (literally!), it can be hard for …

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Diabetes Prevention Program

November is National Diabetes Month. Over 30 million adults, aged 18 and older in the United States, are living with …

Pumpkin Puree

How to Make Pumpkin Purée

Tis the season for Pumpkins and what better way to celebrate than by baking? Pumpkin Purée can be used …

Indoors Herbs

Growing Herbs Indoors

There are many herbs that can be grown successfully indoors. These plants usually won’t grow as well as they …

We Grow Union County

Growing Community

August and September provided several opportunities for celebration and involvement in Union County. N.C. Cooperative Extension in Union County …

Fall Festival

Fall Festival

Wingate Community Garden’s Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There …

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