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We're Hiring at the Burke County Center!

We are looking for a new Consumer Horticulture Extension Agent to serve the citizens of Burke County.The agent in this position will provide leadership for the consumer horticulture programs at the…

Taylor Lynn

Welcome Taylor Lynn

Taylor Lynn joined the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Burke County Centeras our Family and Consumer Sciences Agent on January 2, 2026.Taylor is a Burke County resident and has served as an educator in…

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Agricultural Land Use Summit

February 6, 2026 from 8:30am - 12:30pmLunch will be providedLandowners, agriculture producers and conservationists are invited to attend a half-day summit to learn about tax planning, Present Use…

Tractor Supply paper clover flyer

Tractor Supply 4-H Paper Clover Campaign

Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4-H to prepare youth to be ready for work and life. The success of the Paper Clover campaign has raised more than $24 million to impact local youth with…

canned foods stacked on tables

Power's Out: Let's Eat!

When hurricane season hits, most of us are busy boarding up windows and purchasing batteries, but there’s one crucial element many overlook: how you’ll eat and prepare food when the power goes out.…

Summer Fun Flyer

It's Time for Burke County 4-H Summer Fun!

Summer Fun is a great way for youth to explore the world of 4-H. Summer Fun is a series of day camps, field trips and workshops that encourage youth to learn new things, develop new skills, and find…

Jacob Hanlon

Announcing Burke County's 2025 Summer Intern

NC State Extension announced that Jacob Hanlon is completing an Extension internship this summer with the Burke County Center.An Extension summer intern works with Extension personnel to deliver…

Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program info flyer

Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program

Applications for the Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program are being accepted by NCDA&CS; now through May 4, 2025.Any Producer who experienced a verifiable loss of agriculture or aquaculture commodities or…

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Pesticide Safety School

Wednesday April 9 and Thursday, April 10, 2025Burke County Agricultural Building130 Ammons Drive, Morganton, NCDescription:To purchase manuals and register for the school, please follow this link:…

Small Fruit Plant Sale flyer

Small Fruit Plant Sale 2025

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Burke County Center is currently holding its annual Small Fruit Plant Sale, now through March 3rd. This year we are offering a variety of fruit trees, including apples,…