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Catawba County Cooperative Extension Service
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Catawba County Extension
We continue to serve you!
The Catawba County Extension Office is working hard to adjust our programs for social distancing standards. We continue to offer all of the consultation and programming that you are used to - just at a distance. If you need to meet with an agent please use the link below to set an appointment, ask a question, or participate in education and training opportunities. All of our agents are ready to serve your needs.
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Upcoming Events and Activities
Cooking 101-NEW 4-H Virtual Cooking Class- November 20th.
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Visit NC App
This new App is a great resource for anyone wanting to see what agritourism opportunities such as farm visits, wineries, U-pick, farm stores, restaurants featuring local foods and local food events are available throughout the North Carolina
Please let us know if you would like your farm or food business to be added to the Visit NC App.
Please contact April Vigardt at alvigard@ncsu.edu for more information or to suggest an agritourism business to be added
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We always welcome your questions
Questions regarding garden veggies, herbs, and fruit
send them to George: gtplace@ncsu.edu
Questions regarding ornamentals, lawn, and trees
send them to Adam: ansmith3@ncsu.edu
Tai Chi on Zoom
Wednesdays - noon to 12:30
Tai Chi Live
Nov 7, 9:30 - 10:00 AM, Civitan Park
Nov 17, 3:00 - 3:30 PM, Riverbend Park
Nov 21, 9:30 - 10:00 AM, Riverbend Park
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The above link will assist farmers in:
- what farmers need to know for the small business benefits
- what farmers need to know for the CARES Act
 - Info for the 2020 GAP Audit
- farm workers and COVID-19, what if someone is infected
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Market will continue on Saturdays until Sat. Nov. 21
Sat 8-1pm
Parking lot beside Lowes play ground to west of Union Square
Winter Farmers Market
10-1pm
1st Presbyterian Church 237 2nd St NW, Hickory, NC
Nov. 14th 8:00-8:30 am Pre-orders Pick- Up at the market
Vendor options listed Thursdays on Facebook Vendors: Coruching Hippo, Rock Barn Beef, Honey Tree, Roaming Bee Apiary and others
Holiday Market- November 21, 10-2pm
Conover Post Office parking lot
Stay tuned for a possible winter market in Conover
Starting in December
For other updates on sourcing local foods
Vegetables,Fruit, Meat, Eggs,
Tea, Coffee, Honey,Bread, Baked Goods
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Virtual 4-H Cooking Club!
November 20 is the next class.
We made homemade hot chocolate mix and English Muffin pizzas last month.
Join 4-H for a NEW"virtual" LIVE cooking experience!
- The 3rd Friday of each month from 11-12pm for the 20-21 school-year.
- Learn food safety, kitchen safety basics, how to's and do's and don't.
- We will prepare a dish each week-participants will receive list of ingredients and supplies needed before each class.
- Cost is 10.00 and includes Project Book.
- Recommended age is 9-18.
Call to register - 828-465-8240 or Email Tina at TMcGillvary@CatawbaCountyNC.gov |
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Move-mber -- Get Moving Challenge
For Youth and Families
Riverbend Park Hikes:
Tuesday, Nov 17 at 3:00 pm AND Saturday, Nov. 21 at 9:30 a.m.
Bakers Mountain Hike:
Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 3:00 pm AND Saturday, Dec 19 at 9:30 a.m.
Lunchtime Walks:
Friday, Nov 13 at 12:00 noon at Southside Park
Monday, Nov 30 at 12:00 noon at Conover Park (beside Library)
George Place will lead the hikes with Tia Chi warm-ups. Donna or Tina will lead the walks with a short lesson from Health Rocks before the walk.
It is not necessary to be a 4-H member to join-in for the November/December hikes and walks.
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New 4-H Club - Golf Club Thursday, November 19 Ages 6 and older Agricultural Resources Center
Hitting a few ball on green and learning golf basics can be a great way to de-stress and enjoy some outside time. Experience the 4th H of "Health" with the new Golf Club!
Check out our newest 4-H club by attending the Informational Meeting on Thursday, November 19 at 6:00 p.m at the Agricultural Resources Center. Meet Ronnie Hicks, club leader, and learn about plans for the club and 4-H! Families may attend the Kick-off meeting in-person OR by zoom and indicate your preference, as you register.
There will be a $10 joining fee for the club to cover supplies and $5 green fee when the youth start going to the putting green. Families are welcome to attend the November and December meeting at no charge and check out the club. Fee will be due in January 2021.
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Catawba County Local foods Guide
Time to update for 2021
We are planning a print copy for 2021. If you would like your farm or food business lited please apply here
All farmers in the guide have been given resources to help them safely harvest, package and distribute food and are being updated by Extension if protocols change.
To view resources shared with farmers visit
Please let us know if you would like your farm or food business to be in the Local Food Guide.
Requirements are that you produce, sell or utilize local foods sourced from within 50 miles of Catawba County.
The Guide will be printed in February and is also available in a mobile friendly version. See link above.
Please contact April Vigardt at alvigard@ncsu.edu for more information or to suggest a farm or food business utilizing local foods to be included.
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We Need Your Input!
Small Farms and Local Foods
Future Programming Survey
Please contact April Vigardt at alvigard@ncsu.edu for more information
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Catawba Valley Cattlemen's Association Meeting
Business Meeting & Cattlemen's Fall BBQ - .
Topic: No educational meeting.
Date &Time: Business Meeting
Fri. Nov. 6,
from 5 to 6 pm
Fall BBQ Sat. Nov. 7,
from 5:00 to 8 pm or until sold out.
Drive - Thru ONLY
Cost: $12 a plate. Children 6 & under - Free
Location: Hickory American Legion Fairground 1127 Conover Blvd W, Newton, NC
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Business Meeting Speakers: Brandon Bowman, CVCA President, and Amanda Whitener,Treasurer
Dessert Proceeds go for the Youth Scholarship Fund
All Cattlemen members will receive a newsletter or click below
Questions - Call or text the Livestock Agent:
Glenn Detweiler on his cell: 405-219-1902
Call Brandon Bowman CVCA President or text Amanda Whitener,Treasurer
828-217-3120 Text 339-788-0943
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ServSafe is designed for food industry workers and covers contamination, hygiene, time and temperature control, food-borne illness, allergens, and cleaning and sanitizing.
Date and Time
Sat, January 16 , 2021, 9:00 AM -
Sat, January 23, 2021, 2:00 PM EDT
Location
Catawba County Center
1175 South Brady Avenue
828-828-8240
Newton, NC 28658
The registration fee of $125 covers the 7th edition textbook, test answer sheet, and handouts. This is a two-day training: January 16th and 23rd. Exam given on the 23rd.
Unless the class is canceled, there are no refunds.
Registration and Payment are due January 6th, 2021.
If you have participated in this training offered by Cooperative Extension in the past and need to retest or re-certify, you may do so on January 23rd. The retesting fee is $60 and is due by January 6th, 2021.
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Beaver Management Assistance Program (BMAP)
Catawba County is a participating county for the statewide Beaver Management Assistance Program (BMAP). The North Carolina Beaver Management Assistance Program (BMAP) is designed to help manage problems caused by beaver on private and public lands. Due to practical and ecological considerations, the program's goal is to address specific beaver damage problems rather than to eliminate beaver from North Carolina.
If you need assistance in Beaver Management in
Catawba County please contact:
Austin Clarke Wildlife Specialist USDA APHIS Wildlife Services Work-(980) 223-1478
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Wildlife Control For Catawba County
Chris Willis District Supervisor Wildlife Services USDA APHIS Wildlife Services Work- 919-440-2825 |
Family Consumer Science (FCS) - Food and Nutrition
"Farm to Fork" Recipe Page
Visit the " Farm to Fork" recipe page for recipes and resources to help you prepare produce that you grow or purchase at local farmers markets.
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Attention - Aspiring Food Business Entrepreneurs:
 Click on the link below for answers to questions regarding starting a food business. Whether you are interested in selling value-added products at a farmers market or starting a food truck. You will find information to help you, including agencies that regulate food businesses.
Need help with food preservation?
Stop by the Extension office and pick up a complimentary guide with instructions on how to can and freeze selected fruits and vegetables. For your convenience, the guides have been distributed to several local libraries but supplies are limited.
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Help Us Improve Our Customer Service To You!
In 2 minutes you will help us to improve how we serve Catawba County.
This survey is completely anonymous
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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.
Las universidades NC State y NC A & T están comprometidas colectivamente a llevar a cabo acciones positivas para asegurar la igualdad de oportunidades y prohibir la discriminación y el acoso independientemente de la raza, el color de la piel, el país de
origen, la religión, la ideología política, el estado civil y situación familiar, el sexo, la edad, la condición de veterano de guerra, la identidad sexual, la orientación sexual, la información genética o la discapacidad de la persona. Colaboración entre las
Universidades NC State y NC A & T, el Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos, y los gobiernos locales.
Las personas con discapacidades y las personas con dominio limitado del inglés pueden solicitar adaptaciones para participar comunicándose con el Director de Extensión del Condado de Catawba, George Place, al (828) 465-8240 o gtplace@ncsu.edu o personalmente en la Oficina de Extensión del Condado al menos 14 días antes al evento.
Yog hais tias koj xav tau kev txhais lus Hmoob, thov hu rau peb tus extension thawj coj, George Place, ua ntej nws thiaj li yuav nrhiav tau kev pab koj. Nws tus xov tooj yog 828-465-8240. Ua tsaug.
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