a spotted lanternfly adult resting in the branch of a grapevine

First Vineyard Detection of SLF in North Carolina

Viticulture — Published - July 20, 2026 Read
red fox

Red Foxes in Our Area: What to Know

Published - February 3, 2026 Read
SHIIP Volunteers Needed in Swain County

SHIIP Counseling in Swain County is Seeking Volunteers

Published - January 14, 2026 Read

News From Swain County Center

Male driving down long stretch of road with mountains in the distance and a cowboy hat on the dashboard of the car
Healthy Family Road Trip Snacks

Published - September 1, 2026

WNC AgOptions
Apply Now for a 2027 WNC AgOptions Farm Grant

Published - August 26, 2026

Online Pesticide Credit Lunch & Learn Classes Schedule
2026-2027 Pesticide CEU Lunch and Learn Series - Online

Published - August 26, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Ginger Production Field Day Flyer
Ginger Production Field Day

Published - August 12, 2026

Adult and child preparing food together in a home kitchen setting
Let's Save on School Lunches

Published - August 11, 2026

NC County Drought Map as of July 21, 2026
Taking Care of Your Plants In Drought Conditions

Published - July 29, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Consumer reading a pesticide label
Decoding the Fine Print: The Homeowner’s Guide to Using Pesticides Safely and Effectively

Published - July 29, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Photo of Hammerhead Worm
Hammerhead Worms: What They Are & How to Protect Yourself

Published - July 29, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
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Upcoming Events

Yoga Sculpt Class Friday | Sep 18 | 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
Nature Hike with Ila Hatter Saturday | Sep 19 | 9:30 AM — 1:00 PM Mingus Creek Trail, North Carolina, USA
Accessible Yoga Class Monday | Sep 21 | 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
2026 Smokies Fall Skiwalking Monday | Sep 21 | 5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Deep Creek Picnic Shelter, 2431 W Deep Creek Rd #2027, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
Swain County Explore 4-H Series Thursday | Sep 24 | 5:30 PM — 6:30 PM 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
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News From NC State Extension

Left - Springhouse Farm Farmstand before Hurricane Helene. Right - the newly built farmstand at Springhouse Farm
*New Resource* So, Do You Want to Start a Farm Stand?

Published - September 10, 2026

From: Local Food
Six people pose in front of a large 4-H clover backdrop, with the woman at center holding the 2025 North Carolina 4-H Outstanding Citizen Alumni Award plaque.
2026 North Carolina 4-H Alumni and Adult Award Nominations Now Open

Published - September 9, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
A 4-H member paints a large green 4-H clover emblem on a white fabric banner spread across the grass.
Celebrate National 4-H Week 2026

Published - September 3, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Durham County Horticulture Agent Ashley Troth stands with statewide EMG program manager Charlotte Glen while holding the 2026 Distinguished Early Career Award
Strengthening the Extension Master Gardener Program through Visionary Leadership: Ashley Troth Wins National Early Career Award

Published - August 31, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
A young woman wearing a green blazer stands next to a woman wearing a white blazer who is holding an award plaque.
North Carolina 4-H Alumni Honored for ‘Making the Best Better’

Published - August 28, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
underside of a blueberry leaf with 3 dark blue whitefly immatures
Bearberry whiteflies showing up in NC blueberries

Published - August 27, 2026

From: Blueberries
The online project record system displayed on a laptop showing the North Carolina 4-H project record Kaleidoscope homepage.
Virtual Help Sessions Offered for Online Project Records

Published - August 27, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
The five 2026-2027 State 4-H Council officers wearing green jackets pose together in front of a stone wall, greenery and a waterfall.
Five Youth Leaders, One Year of Connection

Published - August 15, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
NC State Extension Homegrown In The Garden Logo (text)
Homegrown: Videos in the Garden

Published - August 13, 2026

From: Gardening
4-H members gathered for a group photo at the 2026 North Carolina 4-H Congress.
A Week to Remember at 2026 State 4-H Congress

Published - August 11, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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