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Union County Food Innovation Center Coming to Wingate Summer 2027

The Union County Food Innovation Center is moving from vision to reality following a groundbreaking celebration held March 31, 2026. The project marks a significant investment in the future of…

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POSTPONED: Cooking Under Pressure

Due to inclement weather challenges this event will be postponed until further notice.

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Welcome, New Extension Master Food Volunteers!

Union County Extension is thrilled to welcome our four new Extension Master Food Volunteers (EMFVs) to the team! The EMFV program—offered in partnership with NC State Extension—equips dedicated…

Woven basket with apple, cucumber, tomatoes and green chilies on grass

November 2025 SNAP Benefits Suspended

As you may have heard, due to the government shutdown, SNAP/FNS benefits have been suspended for the month of November 2025. NCDHHS will notify SNAP/FNS participant households and individuals by text…

Mason jars of orange tomato sauce on a towel, metal lids labeled "2020"

Sweet Spreads Workshop: Canning Apple Butter

Canning Class: Sweet Spreads & Apple ButterCapture the taste of fall in a jar! Join us on Friday, October 24, from 12–3 p.m. at the Union County Agricultural Center (3230 Presson Rd, Monroe, NC…

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Little Chef's, Healthy Future's: A Farm to ECE Cooking Experience - Sign Up Today!

Join us for a fun, hands-on evening where parents and preschoolers cook and learn together! Discover how to prepare simple, affordable, and seasonal dishes using fresh ingredients from local farms.…

Glass jars of canned vegetables: green beans, sliced carrots, pickles, and tomatoes.

Upcoming Event: 2025 Canning Series

Interested in preserving fresh produce at home? Come learn the safe and delicious art of canning with Union County Cooperative Extension during our 2025 Canning Series! Held on Tuesday's in September…

Farmer Josh Eudy and Soil and Water Conservationist Andy Cranfill address attendants around water unit where his cows get water while out in the pasture.

Leadership Union Agriculture Day 2025

Leadership Union Agriculture Day 2025: A Deeper Look at the Land That Sustains Us Leadership Union: Agriculture Day with the Union County Chamber of Commerce offered more than just a tour—it provided…

Morgan talking to crowd in wheat field

Southern Piedmont Small Grains Field Day 2025

Exploring Innovation in Wheat Production: 2025 Southern Piedmont Small Grains Field Day A crisp spring morning in Union County set the stage for the 2025 Southern Piedmont Small Grains Field Day,…

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NC State Leadership Visits Union County Cooperative Extension to Learn About Local Food System Initiatives

NC State Extension's top leader is learning about innovative solutions in Union County to mutually benefit local farmers and the community. On June 6, 2024,Dr. Rich Bonanno, Director of NC State…