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Composting Basics
Have you been wanting to begin composting at home, but weren’t sure how? The Composting Basics class will take …
2018 EYFP Enrollment Open! Sign Up Today!
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Proper Recycling Practices in Carteret County
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Have You Seen a Diamondback?
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Carteret County 4-H, the youth development department of N.C. State Cooperative Extension is excited for a fun-filled, action-packed summer! …
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Strategies for Propagating Vegetables Do you have questions about: how to maximize the quality of your vegetables through your propagation …
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Environmental Education - Southeastern NC Activities and Information
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
What Do the NWS Watches and Warnings Mean?
It’s early 2018 and the National Weather Service has already been busy with a variety of winter weather event …
Rain Barrels!
Rain barrels are currently available at the Onslow office of N.C. Cooperative Extension. These roughly 50-gallon food-grade rain barrels come …
The Affordability of MyPlate
The Affordability of MyPlate: An Analysis of SNAP Benefits and the Actual Cost of Eating According to the Dietary …
"Eat Fruits and Veggies and Your Kids Will Too."
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"They Learn From Watching You."
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Red Headed Flea Beetle Adults Active in NC
Originally posted on ecoipm.org I got reports from Area Specialized Agent Danny Lauderdale that red headed flea beetle adults are …
2017 Carteret County 4-H Summer Fun Registration Open!!
Forms and money can be delivered to the Carteret Extension Center CMAST Bldg, 303 College Circle, Morehead City, NC 28557 (Offices Located …
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