4-H Civic Engagement Fair (2025 4-H Congress) Opportunity
On Thursday, July 24th, from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m., we will hold our 2nd Civic Engagement Fair at the Jane …
2025 4-H Congress Workshop Proposals
As we prepare for the 2025 North Carolina 4-H Congress, we’re inviting you—the professionals with passion—to bring your brilliance to life during our …
New Neighbors: Spotted Lanternfly in Rockingham County
Rockingham County just got an unwelcome new resident — spotted lanternfly (SLF). This isn’t just any insect; it’s an …
4-H Youth Test Their Wildlife Knowledge
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, 56 4-H youth gathered at Jones Lake State Park in Bladen County for the …
DAY CAMP is Back at BJP! June 16 - 20, 2025 $250/Camper
We’re bringing it back! DAY CAMP at Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center June 16 – 20, 2025 $250/Camper Learn more and register: https://www.bjpenn4h.org/summer-camp/day-camp/ DAY CAMP …
Cattle Producers Strategies for Drought
Times of reduced rainfall and above average temperatures in summer reduces the amount of pasture available for grazing as …
Fish for Brain Health
Can you remember the last time you had fish for dinner? If you can’t recall, it could be more …
Fun in the Sun
Our relationship with the sun is complex. The sun provides us with Vitamin D, a much-needed nutrient that assists …
Hammerhead Worms Invade Burke County
For the past couple of weeks the Extension Office has received numerous calls about the hammerhead worm (Bipalium kewense). …
Mental Health Awareness
Trying to tell the difference between expected behaviors and what could be the signs of a mental illness isn’t …
Prevent Fall Rhododendron Problems in the Spring
Rhododendrons are a major landscape plant in the south. We start to see them burst into flower in the …
Planting Season Is Near!
Are you ready to plant? It’s getting close but try and control yourselves for another few weeks. Mother Nature …