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From the Mountains to the Sea: the Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a success in 2025

Across the hills of Transylvania County, the urban gardens of Wake and Durham, and the coastal fields of Currituck, North Carolinians spent a weekend in August doing something remarkable: they…

Cucurbit leaf with mosaic yellow lesions and necrotic spots; label "5377181" in corner

Downy Mildew

Downy mildew is here! Look on the tops of leaves for angular, yellow to brown wounds that stop at a leaf vein.Management suggestions: Plant early in the season so you can harvest before the disease…

Red circular "VOTE" badge with three nickel profiles and date 11/01/16 over a grassy field

Nickels for Know How - Cast Your Vote 11/1/2016

Vote Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016:Makes Good Sense!Nickels for Know-How is a 65-year-old voluntary assessment on feed and fertilizer produced and purchased in North Carolina. Anyone who buys feed or…

Bumblebee on a purple lavender flower spike collecting nectar

Getting Dirty in Your Garden Extension Master Gardener Radio Show and Podcast-Interview of Diane Currier, Honeygirl Meadery

Diane Currier, owner of Honeygirl Meadery, shares how a visit to Alaska motivated her to start her meadery and a how her award-winning mead is made. Listen to this interview to learn more about the…

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NC Extension Master Gardener 2015 Annual Report

Thank you to NC Extension Master Gardener Volunteers who made a tremendous contribution in 2015By the Numbers:4,140 volunteers945,083 Face to Face ContactsTotal Value of Service, In-Kind and Cash…

Clusters of bright purple berries along a woody stem with large green leaves

Planning for Native Plants Interview With Charlotte Glen on Getting Dirty in Your Garden, Extension Master Gardener Radio Show and Podcast

Charlotte Glen shares her knowledge for planning for native plants in your landscape including plant considerations, soils and soil testing, water, and sun. TRANSCRIPT JOHNSONThis is Getting Dirty in…

Ripe and unripe blackberries on bramble branches among green leaves

Extension Gardener "Small Fruits" Chapter

The Extension Gardener Handbook team is pleased to announce the "Small Fruits" Chapter is up and ready for use.Congratulations and thank you to co-authors Gina Fernandez, Bill Cline and Sara Spayd…

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Getting Dirty in Your Garden - EMGV Radio: How to Become an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Durham County?

Getting Dirty in Your GardenExtension Master Gardener℠Radio Show and PodcastHow to Become an Extension Gardener Volunteer in Durham County.

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Getting Dirty in Your Garden, Radio Podcast: Avoiding Aches, Pains and Strains in the Garden

Getting Dirty in Your GardenExtension Master GardenerRadio Show and PodcastDr. John Harrelson provides tips and strategies for gardeners to prevent injuries to backs, shoulders, necks and wrists.

Assorted heirloom tomatoes in red, orange, and yellow packed in a crate

Getting Dirty in Your Garden, Radio Podcast Featuring the NC Tomato Man - Craig LeHoullier

Getting Dirty in Your GardenExtension Master GardenerRadio Show and PodcastTune in for expert advise on selecting and growing tomatoes in North Carolina. The NC Tomato Man, Craig LeHoullier, shares…