Spring Greens Goat Cheese and Sausage Pasta Cook-Along With Locally Produced Foods!
Did you know that April is Greening My Plate Month? The perfect time to decide how you will support our local …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.
Thai Chicken Peanut Curry Stir-Fry
Join Extension Agent Margie Mansure and “Food Fan” Eric Stafford for this 23-minute video as they cook up an …
Mushroom Beef Burgers for Grilling Season
Almost everyone loves a good burger. One of my favorite patties is a hybrid, made with mushrooms and lean …
Moroccan-Inspired Chicken Tagine Recipie
Join Extension Agent Margie Mansure and “Food Fan” Eric Stafford as they cook a flavorful Moroccan-Inspired stew served over …
Yummy Indian-Inspired Chana Masala!
Join Extension Agent Margie Mansure and “Food Fan” Eric Stafford for this 16-minute video demonstrating an Indian-inspired vegetarian fare …
Fish Tacos With Avocado Mango Salsa- Remedy for the Winter Blues
This time of year, I find myself fantasizing about sitting on a warm beach under an umbrella with a …
March Is Living Well Month
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …
Simple Fish Tacos With Avocado Mango Salsa
Join Extension Agent Margie Mansure and Caldwell County Public Information Technician Eric Stafford for this 18-minute video demonstrating yummy …
Chicken Pot Pie With Phyllo Crust for Comfort
If you are craving some winter comfort food, try this recipe in honor of National Heart Month. Join Extension …
Butchery Basics for Home Consumers: Take Two
Presenters: Ross Flynn, Left Bank Butchery; Lee Menius, NC Choices Description: Join Butcher Ross Flynn of Left Bank Butchery, and …
Produce Safety: North Carolina's Fresh Produce Safety Task Force
[Farmlaw Editor’s note: the narrative below was written by Dr. Elena Toro Rogers, Dept. of Horticultural Science, NC State …
Pick Lentils for a Savory Plant-Based Protein
Join Extension Agent Margie Mansure and Caldwell County Information Technician Eric Stafford for this 21 minute video to learn …
2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
Pandemic-Driven Habits to Keep for 2021
What a Year! After experiencing numerous ramifications from a pandemic to enduring negative political campaigns, most are not sad to …
Easy Apple, Fig and Cranberry Stuffed Tenderloin
If you are celebrating with a small group this year for the holidays, stuffed pork tenderloin may be just …
How to Make Yummy Pumpkin Bake
Even though winter has officially kicked-in, there are still some fall ingredients around to pull together a yummy pumpkin …
Information on Terrestrial Flatworms and Hammerhead Worms
As if Asian giant hornets weren’t enough, this year also saw media attention on a lesser-known, but bizarre, group …
Robin Hood's Kitchen Converts Food Waste to Meals for Food Pantry
I have long known that Chatham County is a special place with an amazing community of creative, passionate people …
How to Roast the Perfect Turkey, Make Gravy and Dressing
Join Extension Agent Margie Mansure and Caldwell Community College Culinary Instructor Chef Robert Back for this 55-minute video to …
How to Make Sweet Potato Casserole and Cranberry Relish
Join Extension Agent Margie Mansure and “Food Fan” Eric Stafford for this 25-minute video as they make important side-dishes …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
More Extension Programs at NC State University
Partnerships and Organizations
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Cost Analysis for Improving Park Facilities to Promote Park-based Physical Activity
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At Your Door Step: A Family Factsheet on Outdoor Play and Learning
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