Register Now for a Spring Tour of the Pollinator Paradise Garden!
Spring tours of North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden in Pittsboro start on May 10! The garden features over 225 …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Integrated Pest Management for the Home Garden
Bugs beware – this garden’s got a plan!” Join us on Monday, May 5th at 6:30 p.m. at the Vance …
Photos From the 2025 Chatham County Ag Fest
The 5th Annual Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 29, 2025, was a success with a great crowd and beautiful …
Celebrate Small Farms Week by Giving Back!
Join N.C. Cooperative Extension, Vance County Center in honoring Small Farms Week by making a difference in our community! …
Spring Fling at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market - May 17th!
Get ready for a fantastic day of shopping, fresh flavors, and local craftsmanship at the 2025 Spring Fling, happening …
Get Ready for Small Farms Week!
Join us for an exciting celebration of agriculture, innovation, and community as we spotlight the incredible programs and support …
Planting a Spring Vegetable Garden
Join us for an exciting event – Planting A Spring Vegetable Garden! Get your hands dirty and learn how …
Spring Chores in the Pollinator Garden
Around late February things start kicking into high gear in Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden. Usually I have taken …
Challenging the Conventional Wisdom About Praying Mantids
Folks of all ages delight in finding praying mantids in the garden. These charismatic predators are large and easy …
Provide Nesting Habitat for Native Bees Through Plant Stems in Your Garden
By the time springtime rolls around many folks are itching to get back into their gardens and start cleaning …
Plant the Seeds of Change: Be Part of Our Exciting Community Garden Project!
We need volunteers to help us plan, build, and maintain this amazing garden space, and we’re inviting YOU to …
USDA Outreach Meeting for Underserved Farmers and Landowners Tuesday January 28th
Durham County Cooperative Extension is hosting a USDA Resource Outreach regional Meeting on January 28th led by the KKAC …
Happy Holidays and Best Wishes for a Happy New
As the holiday season approaches, the N.C. Cooperative Extension Vance County Center would like to take a moment to …
Vermiculture & Vermicomposting With Earthworms
Come join us on Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. for a workshop all about the fascinating world …
Planting a Spring Vegetable Garden
Join us for an exciting event – Planting A Spring Vegetable Garden! Get your hands dirty and learn how to …
Organic Vegetable Production
Have you ever wanted to grow vegetables free of man made pesticides and fertilizers? Has not having the knowledge …
Handcrafted Holiday Market
The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without the Handcrafted Holiday Market! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 18th. Doors …
Fall Vegetable Gardening Informational Meeting
What do you like to eat? What are the best vegetables can you grow in the fall and how …