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Catawba County Cooperative Extension Service
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Berries and Fruit in Your Garden
Advanced Gardener Series
Thursday, Nov 9, 2017
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Tuesday, Nov 21, 2017
6:30-7:30 PM
Newton Public Library
115 West C Street,
Newton, NC 28658
Tuesday, Nov 28, 2017
6:30-7:30 PM
Maiden Public Library
11 S A Ave,
Maiden, NC 28650
Berries, Figs, Persimmons, and other fruit can bring your family lots of smiles and tasty snacks. Come find out why this program won the Best Adult Education Library program for the state of North Carolina. Take a look at
the entire schedule here
and find out how to become a certified Advanced Gardener.
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Healthy Holiday Eating with Chronic Conditions
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f you have diabetes, high blood pressure or another chronic condition, you are probably concerned about holiday eating. Come and learn healthy tips for managing your condition while enjoying many of your holiday favorites.
Thursday, November 9, 2017
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Newton Public Library
115 West C Street, Newton, NC 28658
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Maiden Public Library
11 S. A Avenue
Maiden, NC 28650
Presented by Ann Simmons, Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences
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Master Gardener
Volunteer Course
Enrollment is now open for the 2018 course.
Only 20 seats available so reserve yours now
by calling 828-465-8240 or register here!
The 12 week course consists of two semester sessions:
Spring Semester Feb 28 - April 4
Fall Semester Aug 29 - Oct 3
Class each Wednesday 9 AM to noon
Course is led by Dr. George Place, Director of Catawba County
Cooperative Extension Service
This course is designed for beginners and advanced gardeners alike with a focus on hands-on learning, field trips, and direct interaction with regional experts.
We will cover a diverse set of topics relating to home gardens, landscape, ornamentals, pruning, soil health, weeds, insects, diseases and disorders, vegetables, fruit, and more.
Cost: $100 non-refundable deposit will cover entire cost of course.
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4-H Clubs & Groups
A variety of 4-H clubs are available in Catawba County for youth ages 9 and older. The clubs are led by volunteer leaders and meet at different times and places. Most of the clubs are special-interest, meaning they focus on a particular topic or theme.General interest clubs are also part of 4-H. Below is a list of clubs and 4-H affiliated groups. Email or call Donna Mull at 828-465-8242 or donna_mull@ncsu.edu to request a club list with details about meeting times, locations and ages..
Community-Based Clubs
Brookford Equestrians
Catawba County Livestock Club
Balls Creek Adventurers 4-H Club
Robotics Competition Team
Catawba County Youth Council
Sew Awesome Sewers
Brown-Penn 4-H Club
Junior Rangers
Snack Makers 4-H Club
DIG (Discoveries in Gardening)
Top Shots Shooting Sports
Bright Ideas STEM Club
Montessori Leadership Club
St. Stephens High School Juntos 4-H Club
Mt. View Elementary - resumes in January
Coming Soon - Early 2018
Global Cultures Club
Electric SPIN Club -.
Our club offerings change, so check this spot each month for club updates. We welcome the chance to grow this list, add new clubs, and new 4-H'ers! Contact Donna Mull or Tina McGillvary at Cooperative Extension to learn more about starting a 4-H Club.
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Our next
ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification class will be held on Fridays, December 8 and 15, 2017. This will be the last class before February 2018,
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Agriculture Resource Workshop:
Highway Patrol and
Cost Share Programs
Monday, Dec 11, 2017
6:00 - 8:00 PM
1175 S. Brady Ave
Newton, NC 28658
Talk to representatives from the NC Highway Patrol in regards to laws and regulations when it comes to hauling your equipment and driving it on the roads. Stay safe and avoid expensive tickets with the information.
Learn about available $$$ in cost share programs with Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Soil and Water, and the Farm Service Agency (FSA). Representatives from each group will explain current programs that could save you thousands of dollars on needed upgrades.
Bring your questions!
Dinner will be provided.
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Family & Consumer Sciences Advisory Committee Meeting
 We had a productive Family & Consumer Sciences Advisory Committee Meeting on Friday, October 20, 2017. The purpose of the meeting was to offer recommendations for FCS programming during 2018. Ann Simmons, FCS Agent, gave a progress report for 2017.
Attending--left to right: Ashley Benfield, Janice Moore,Sarah Hunt, Tracey Paul, Cameron Forbes, Salvatore Adkins, Lisa Adams and Loretta Hefner.
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Food Safety During a Power Outage
When the power goes out, you may wonder about the safety of your refrigerated or frozen foods. If the power is out for 48 hours or less, and your freezer is nearly full, your food may still be fine. According to food safety experts, a closed freezer can keep food at 40°F or below for up to 48 hours--if full and kept cold. A closed refrigerator will keep food 40°F or below for about 4 hours after a power loss.The following link will take you to a fact sheet that will help you decide what you need to keep and what you should toss when the power is out longer than expected:
https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/when-the-power-is-out-when-to-save-refrigerated-food- and-when-to-throw-it-out
If you still have questions after reviewing the fact sheet, please call Ann Simmons at 704-878-3157 or email ann_simmons@ncsu.edu for more information.
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Need help with food preservation?
Stop by the Extension office and pick up a free guide with instructions on how to can and freeze selected fruits and vegetables.
Call Ann Simmons at 704-878-3157 or email ann_simmons@ncsu.edu if you have questions or need to schedule an appointment for dial-gauge pressure canner lid testing.
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Landscapers and Green Industry Pro Day
Killian's Hardware
3790 Springs Rd NE
Hickory, NC 28601
Thursday, March 1, 2018
8:00 AM - noon.
Calibration for Pesticide and Fertilizer Application
8-10 AM
2 pesticide credits available for categories:
A, D, G, H, L, M, N, O, X
Insect Identification and Management
10 AM - noon
2 pesticide credits available for categories:
A, D, G, H, L, M, N, O, X
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N.C. Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Grants
County governments, nonprofit groups and certified beekeepers pursuing farmland preservation projects and beehive grants have until Dec. 15 to apply for funding assistance from the N.C. Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund. This year's request for proposals includes statewide general appropriations for traditional farm preservation projects and the new N.C. Beehive Grant Fund for the purchase and construction of beehives.
The trust fund's purpose is to support projects that encourage the preservation of qualifying agricultural, horticultural and forest lands to foster the growth, development and sustainability of family farms.
Grants can be awarded to secure agricultural conservation easements on lands used for agricultural production; to support public and private enterprise programs that promote profitable and sustainable agricultural, horticultural and forestland activities; for the development of agricultural plans; and for the purchase and construction of new beehives.
The N.C. Beehive Grant Fund is accepting its first cycle of applications this fall for certified beekeepers to establish new beehives. The request for proposals includes $25,000 for beehive projects on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible recipients.
"The new beehive grants will further support family farms in North Carolina," said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. "NCDA&CS is committed to conserving working lands throughout our great state and enhancing the agribusinesses that keep farms productive."
Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Dec. 15.
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NCSU Official Variety Test Results for Wheat and Oat
The 2017 NC OVT Wheat and Oat data is now available, and can be found on the new NC OVT website (
www.ncovt.com) or by clicking the following link:
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NCDA&CS offers organic certification cost-share assistance
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA & CS) is offering organic growers the opportunity to recoup up to $750 of their certification cost. Growers must have been certified between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016 and complete an application available at
www.ncdaorganic.org
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Visit the
NCDA website to see more information about this cost share opportunity.
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USDA Low Interest Loans For Storage Facilities
The Farm Storage Facility Loan Program provides low-interest financing so producers can build or upgrade permanent facilities to store commodities. Eligible commodities include grains, oilseeds, peanuts, pulse crops, hay, honey, renewable biomass commodities, fruits and vegetables. Eligible facility types include grain bins, hay barns and facilities for cold storage.
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NC State Gardening, Agriculture, and Pest Updates
You can sign up for the latest news on gardening, pest advisories, livestock, energy, and many others. Check out the
complete list of NC State News that you can subscribe to and get the latest research based info. Be the first to know!
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Got To Be NC Agriculture
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NC Farm Link
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Small Farm Grant and Loan Assistance
We will post various grant and loan opportunities that arise in this space of our monthly updates. Simply click on the opportunity of interest for more information.
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Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination statement
North Carolina State University and North Carolina A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran's status. In addition, the two Universities welcome all person without regard to sexual orientation. North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments cooperating.
Persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency may request accommodations to participate by contacting Catawba County Extension Director, George Place, at (828) 465-8240 or gtplace@ncsu.edu or in person at the County Extension Office at least 14 days prior to the event.
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