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jcce food drive accepted oct 2nd-31st, 2023 and drop off at our office

Jones County Food Drive

Cheers to the success of our inaugural Food Drive! From October 2nd through October 31st, 2023, our community rallied together …

Free vension canning class on Oct 12th, 2023 530pm-730pm. Hands on canning and education

Venison Canning Class

Venison Canning Class Are you interested in hunting and/or canning? Sign up for this 2-hour FREE class to learn about food …

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Jones County Garden Camp

Garden Camp 2022 On July 26th and 28th, six Jones County 4-H’ers attended 4-H Garden Camp at the Filling Station …

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Saving Milk

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Educational Classes

Offered virtually or in person, please contact Sarah Ware for more information on future dates. Available Programs There are a variety …

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Count on Me NC

NC State Extension, in partnership with NC Department of Health and Human Services, NC Restaurant and Lodging Association and Visit NC, is excited to …

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How to Make Fermented Pickles

Interested in fermenting food? Start by making delicious fermented pickles that will be ready within 3-4 weeks. Fermented Pickles Recipe Yields 1-gallon …

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With COVID-19 Is Produce Safe?

You may be wondering if the produce you are buying is safe for consumption in regards to COVID-19. The …

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Food & Beverage Storage

Are you questioning how long you should keep a particular food or beverage? This website will allow you to browse …

Recent Publications related to Food Safety & Processing

Pickle and Pickle Product Problems

This guide lists the problems that can arise in making sweet gherkin pickles and describes …

5 days agoFor Safety's Sake
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Best Practices for Utilizing Local Food in Nutrition Education and Cooking Classes

This publication provides practical tips on how to promote health eating by incorporating fresh, local …

6 days agoLocal Foods
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Direct to Food Bank and Food Pantry Donations

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses food donations given …

6 days agoLocal Foods
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Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide for North Carolina Cooperative Extension

This publication provides information and success stories related to food banks, food pantries, food donation …

6 days agoLocal Foods

Tomatoes for Processing in Eastern North Carolina

The per-capita consumption of processed tomatoes has increased steadily in recent years. This has been …

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Extrusion Processing: A Versatile Technology for Producing Foods and Feeds

This factsheet introduces extrusion as a food and feed production process. Topics include the basic …

10/1/25
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Managing the Impact of Floodwater Contaminants on Soil and Produce in Residential, Community, and School Vegetable Gardens

This publication discusses how floods can affect food gardens. In it, you'll find recommendations for …

9/11/25

Eat Smart Move More North Carolina: Growing Communities Through Gardens

Gardens bring communities together. Not only are community gardens a good way to get more …

9/11/25