Going Batty for Bat Week?
Did you know that we have an International Bat Week? Well, we do and it’s this week (October 24-31)! Bats …
Propagating Blueberry Bushes
A great question came in this week about propagating blueberries! First, what is propagation? The North Carolina Extension Gardener Handbook …
Growing Garlic at Home - Free Class!
Register now for our class on Growing Garlic at Home. This is a free, 1.5-hour class led by Extension …
When Can You Eat Pears?
My youngest daughter catches the bus every morning over in Smallwood. While we don’t live in Smallwood, we are very …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Christmas Wreath Sale in Beaufort County
The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers in Beaufort County are selling Christmas Wreaths as a fundraiser to support their volunteer efforts. This …
NC Shrimp...A Quick Treat Boiled or Grilled to Perfection!
Tasty, healthy and versatile, shrimp are a favorite of most seafood eaters. In North Carolina, wild-caught shrimp is one of …
Make a Quick Marinade to Add Wonderful Flavor!
Marinating adds flavor and moisture to food and is an easy technique to incorporate into your cooking skill set. It …
How to Pick and Keep the Perfect Pumpkin!
It seems like it is finally fall! My family and I visited Stokes Family Farm in Greenville this past …
Have You Ever Had a Pomegranate Martini?
We don’t get to do this very often but one of the things my family loves to do is …
Is It Good to Eat Tomatoes Every Day?
Daily intake of tomatoes can provide a great lift to wellbeing, along with improving the flavor of food. Tomatoes are …
Two Myths That Should Go Down With Fall
When the days begin to get shorter and cooler, there are two very popular myths that I begin to hear! It …
Got Slugs?
“What’s eating my hostas?” The caller said, “I come out in the morning and there are these holes in …