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Hidden Hollow Hemp & Herb Farm Twilight Tour

Published - March 26, 2026 Read
Example of Meal Prep/Planning - 3 healthy all in one dishes

A Guide to the Strategic Pantry

Published - March 9, 2026 Read
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Red Foxes in Our Area: What to Know

Published - February 3, 2026 Read

News From Swain County Center

NRCS Field Day at Wild East Farm Flyer
NRCS Field Day at Wild East Farm

Published - March 12, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
Navigating Your Food Business: A Success Series
Kickstart Your Food Business: Navigating the Support Network Webinar - March 24

Published - March 4, 2026

From: Food Safety Repository
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When to Prune Roses

Published - February 18, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Attention: All pesticide license holders — if certified before July 1, 2025 complete C&T update; scan QR
Attention All Pesticide License Holders! C & T Standards Update

Published - February 17, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
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Attention North Carolina Pesticide Applicators: Mandatory Regulatory Update Required

Published - February 16, 2026

From: Pesticide Safety
Leaf with zigzag edges from EZS larval feeding; close-up green EZS larva on leaf.
Citizen Scientists! Please Be on the Lookout - Elm ZigZag Sawfly

Published - February 16, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
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Shopping on Line With SNAP

Published - February 4, 2026

Smoky Mountain Farmer's & Artisans Market Flyer
2026 Smoky Mountain Farmers & Artisans Market

Published - February 3, 2026

All News From Swain County Center

Upcoming Events

2026 Smokies Spring Ski Walking Monday | Apr 06 | 5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Monteith Farmstead and Community Park, 1381 W Hometown Pl #316, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
Garden Life Series: Native Plants Thursday | Apr 09 | 10:30 AM — 12:00 PM N.C. Cooperative Extension - Jackson County Center, 876 Skyland Dr # 6, Sylva, NC 28779
Smoky Mountain Beekeepers Association Meeting Thursday | Apr 09 | 7:00 PM — 8:00 PM Swain County Regional Business Education and Training Center, 45 East Ridge Drive, Bryson City, NC 28713
Yoga Sculpt Class Friday | Apr 10 | 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
Donation Station at the Sylva Farmers Market Saturday | Apr 11 | 8:00 AM — 1:00 PM Sylva Farmers Market, 76 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779
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News From NC State Extension

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Apply Now to Host International Youth through 4-H!

Published - March 24, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Dr. Jim Clark stands with Governor Josh Stein during his induction into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine at the governor’s mansion.
Jim Clark Inducted Into Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Published - March 20, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
John Bowen, a smiling older man, is pictured surrounded by healthy plants he has propagated.
Growing Impact: Meet John Bowen

Published - March 18, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
NC State Day of Giving 03.25.26: Make Your Mark
Make Your Mark for 4-H on NC State Day of Giving

Published - March 11, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
A Master Gardener volunteer staffing an information booth shares sustainable gardening advice with a community member.
Make Your Mark on March 25 — NC State Day of Giving

Published - March 3, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
Laura Lauffer Headshot
Food Truck Boot Camp Fuels WNC Small Business: A Conversation with Laura Lauffer

Published - March 2, 2026

From: Local Food
Blueberry with orange-brown mold and split skin on stem and leaves
A Photo Guide to Blueberry Diseases in the Southeast

Published - February 20, 2026

From: Blueberries
Young woman in cap with sunglasses hugs smiling boy outdoors
NC 4-H Camps Are HIRING!

Published - February 20, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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Spring Plant Sales Support EMG Volunteer Service

Published - February 17, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
two blueberry fruits attached by the petiole showing rudged texture due to bud mite infestation
Blueberry Pests to Keep an Eye for in Early Spring

Published - February 15, 2026

From: Blueberries
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