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North Carolina Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation.

Beaufort County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Beaufort County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

Featured Content

	Plant Fact Sheets
Over 4000 fact sheets on specific plants including images, cultivars, and cultural information can be found on this site. Find out about annual flowers, perennial flowers, summer and fall flowering bulbs and plants to attract birds and butterflies. This site also contains information on trees, grasses and almost any kind of plant that you can imagine. MORE

Are you prepared for a Winter Storm?

Being prepared for a disaster is the best way to minimize losses and recovery time. North Carolina Cooperative Extension is a provider of research-based, educational materials to help individuals, families, communities and businesses. Each year, millions of people are affected by natural disasters and their consequences. This information has been produced to offer assistance in dealing with natural disasters. MORE

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Events

	ECA Meeting March 1st, 2010 @ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Washington, NC
	This meeting is for Beaufort County ECA members, their family and friends. Carolyn Sullivan-Strickland is hosting. Anyone interested in joining ECA is welcome to attend. ... MORE

	Steps to Health-Dashing to Health for Senior Adults March 5th, 2010 @ 10:45 AM - April 9th, 2010 @ 11:45 AM Washington, NC
	This module consists of a series of 5 sessions. During the first session, participants will learn to identify the link between diet and high blood pressure, be able to identify the chronic disease risks of hypertension, identify a few sources of salt or sodium in the diet and be able to identify walking as one way to improve one's health. Participants need to sign up for both modules on January 15th or January 22nd ... MORE

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News

	Credit Score Posted January 20th, 2010 in Community
When you hear the words "credit score," you're probably thinking of a number between 350 and 850.... MORE

	Gift Cards Posted December 8th, 2009 in Home & Family
Gift cards allow recipients to buy something they really want, but some gift cards charge a monthly maintenance fee and even have expiration dates.... MORE

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