March Is Living Well Month
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.
Steps to Health Reaches Out Virtually in 2020
Steps to Health is NC State University’s SNAP-Ed program. We empower youth, adults, and communities through evidence-based nutrition programs …
2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
Horse Health Series
Horse Health Series Join N.C. Cooperative Extension in Onslow, Lenoir, Greene, Jones, Pamlico, and Craven Counties for virtual training via …
Environmental Education - Southeastern NC Activities and Information
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
Enjoying Apples From the Farm to the Table
Help us celebrate NC Crunch Day by biting into an apple with us tomorrow. Every year the Farm to …
Holiday Celebrations and COVID-19
Many families look forward to gathering for traditional holiday celebrations every year. This year, however, requires extra caution. COVID-19 …
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
Saving Milk
One of my favorite childhood movies was Heidi. There are many versions but I’ve only seen the one made …
Cook Smart, Eat Smart
Cook Smart, Eat Smart The Cook Smart, Eat Smart curriculum teaches cooking techniques that can be used to build a …
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
SNAP Benefits to Increase in Fiscal Year 2021
2020 has been a difficult year but in every tragedy, there is triumph. The USDA has decided to increase …
In the Cards
As unemployment surged in North Carolina this spring during the COVID-19 pandemic, so did the demand for food from …
That White Envelope May Be Worth $1,200
If you haven’t received your Economic Impact Payment (EIP) yet, perhaps you should be on the lookout for a …
SNAP-Ed Makes Big Impacts Across the State
North Carolina State University’s Steps to Health program is just one of nine SNAP-Ed programs in the state of …
Med Instead of Meds Cooking Class
The Med Instead of Meds program series will help you Go MED by exploring 7 simple steps to eating …
Is There a COVID-19 Meat Shortage?
There is a lot of misleading information floating around about livestock systems and a “meat shortage”. There are a …
New Food Storage Infosheets
Storing food properly can help you maintain the safety, freshness, and quality for your food overtime. Proper food storage …
Resources You Can Use: COVID-19
North Carolina State Extension provides resources for communities across the state to utilize the food and other resources in …
Radon: Your Home and Your Health
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that you cannot see, smell, or taste, so it could be present …
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Extension Programs at NC State University
Information Portals
- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
More Extension Programs at NC State University
Partnerships and Organizations
Recent Publications related to Health & Nutrition
Farmers' Market Tours: A Guide for Nutrition Educators
A Farmers’ Market Tour is a great way to introduce your program participants to an …
1/6/21
Barriers and Strategies to Connecting Urban Audiences to Wildlife and Nature: Results from a Multi-Method Research Project
This publication summarizes the findings of a research project aimed at understanding urban audiences, identifying …
1/6/21
Pickle and Pickle Product Problems
This guide lists the problems that can arise in making sweet gherkin pickles and describes …
11/11/20 — For Safety's Sake
Thawing Food Safely
This factsheet describes how to safely thaw frozen foods.
11/11/20 — For Safety's Sake
Gleaned Sweetpotatoes: Storage, Recipes, and Quick Facts
Do you have sweetpotatoes that have been gleaned that you plan on using or donating? …
10/21/20
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 …
10/14/20
Cost Analysis for Improving Park Facilities to Promote Park-based Physical Activity
As public parks and recreation facilities are increasingly positioned as health resources, greater demands for …
9/23/20
At Your Door Step: A Family Factsheet on Outdoor Play and Learning
Right at your doorstep may be many of the answers to the social, educational, and …
7/29/20