Med Instead of Meds Virtual Series
Eating like those who live in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk …
Shopping for Produce During Quarantine!
Make sure you get your daily serving of fruits and vegetables during this time and enjoy a tasty recipe! Shopping …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Local Food -- a Flagship Program for North Carolina Cooperative Extension
- NC Community Gardens
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
Key Local Food Topics
- Local Food System Supply Chain
- NC Organizations and State Partners
- Nutrition and Health
- Strong Communities
- Youth, Families and Communities
Publications, Information, and News
- Backyard Flocks and Eggs (from poultry.ces.ncsu.edu)
- From Farm to Fork: A Guide to Building North Carolina's Sustainable Local Food Economy
- Growing Small Farms - NCCE Chatham County Center
Resources
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